Did Crystal Palace and West Ham United deliver an exciting clash? The answer is no. The match on April 20, 2026, at Selhurst Park ended in a scoreless draw.
Both teams struggled to find the back of the net. Crystal Palace managed five shots compared to West Ham’s four, but neither team converted those opportunities into goals. This match marked a shift from Crystal Palace’s previous victories over West Ham.
Crystal Palace had won their last two encounters against West Ham. However, they now sit five points off the sixth, seventh, and eighth spots in the Premier League table. With this draw, they accumulated 43 points this season.
Meanwhile, West Ham remains just two points clear of the relegation zone after the match. Their recent form included a strong 4-0 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers, where Valentin Castellanos scored four goals. Yet, their inability to score against Crystal Palace raised concerns about their offensive capabilities.
West Ham has shown defensive strength lately. They have kept clean sheets in four of their last eight matches. This defensive performance contrasts with their overall position in the league standings.
Looking ahead, Crystal Palace will face Liverpool next before taking on Shakhtar Donetsk in the Europa Conference League semi-finals. Meanwhile, West Ham must improve their form to avoid slipping into the relegation zone as they prepare for upcoming fixtures.
In summary, both teams left Selhurst Park with more questions than answers. The lack of goals highlighted ongoing challenges for both clubs as they navigate the remainder of the season.
