City offered little before Erling Haaland met Matheus Nunes' inviting cross with an unstoppable header in the 41st minute for his 16th league goal of the season.

Under Glasner, Palace are well-drilled and settled. Haaland’s goal, a towering header from Matheus Nunes’ right-wing cross, was only City’s second shot on target and came at a time when neither side looked particularly likely to open the scoring.

Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace to close the gap to 2 points against Arsenal in the Premier League title race. Sunderland defeated Newcastle United in the Tyne-Wear derby at the Stadium of Lights.

Crystal Palace vs Manchester City is scheduled for a 2pm GMT kick-off on Sunday December 14, 2025. The match will take place at Selhurst Park. TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage begins at 12:30pm GMT.

Arsenal are set to go head-to-head with Crystal Palace to sign a talented Croatian playmaker, whose stunning form has seen him draw comparisons with a young Luka Modric

Premier League leaders Arsenal will travel to Championship side Portsmouth in round three of the FA Cup, while holders Crystal Palace travel to non-league outfit Macclesfield. English giants Manchester City and Liverpool host League One teams Exeter and Barnsley,