English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace is set for 28.12.2025 at 16:30. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Tottenham Hotspur, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Crystal Palace, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 28.12.2025
- Kickoff: 16:30
- Favorite: Tottenham Hotspur
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 11.05.2025, finishing Tottenham Hotspur 0-2 Crystal Palace.
Tottenham Hotspur Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Tottenham Hotspur squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2025 campaign.
Fans searching for the Tottenham Hotspur lineup today or Tottenham Hotspur starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Tottenham Hotspur home performances:
Date Event Score 14.12.2025 Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Hotspur 3 - 0 09.12.2025 Tottenham Hotspur vs Slavia Praha 3 - 0 06.12.2025 Tottenham Hotspur vs Brentford 2 - 0
Crystal Palace Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Crystal Palace have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Tottenham Hotspur 0-2 Crystal Palace
- Wins this season over Tottenham Hotspur: 3
Recent away match stats for Crystal Palace:
Date Event Score 14.12.2025 Crystal Palace vs Manchester City 0 - 3 11.12.2025 Shelbourne vs Crystal Palace 0 - 3 07.12.2025 Fulham vs Crystal Palace 1 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 15.12.2025, odds point to Tottenham Hotspur as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace lineups for the Premier League 2025 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.