FA Cup: Crystal Palace vs. Millwall Picks — Eagles to Soar into Next Round of Cup? (Mar 1)

Oliver Glasner’s Crystal Palace will have their sights set on a memorable run in the FA Cup this season.

The Eagles come into the fifth-round weekend in excellent recent form after claiming a dominant home win against Aston Villa on Tuesday.

However, this promises to be an interesting challenge for Palace, as Millwall have already upset the odds to reach this stage of the competition. Alex Neil’s side produced an excellent away display in the previous round to eliminate Leeds United at Elland Road.

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Palace Edge H2H Record

Crystal Palace recorded a 2-1 win in the previous FA Cup tie between these sides in January 2022. That win means that the Eagles are unbeaten in their last five against their opponents. Millwall’s last away win at Palace was recorded in October 2010.

Crystal Palace vs. Millwall Key Stats

• Crystal Palace have reached the fifth round of the FA Cup for the first time since 2021-22.
• Millwall have reached the fifth round for the first time in five seasons, but they have reached the quarterfinals on two occasions since 2016-17.

Crystal Palace Team News

Glasner has no fresh injury concerns ahead of this tie. Chadi Riad and Cheick Doucoure both remain out, while Joel Ward is no nearer making his return.

Possible Lineup

M. Turner (GK); C. Richards, M. Guehi, M. Lacroix, D. Munoz, A. Wharton, W. Hughes, B. Chilwell, J. Devenny, D. Kamada, J. Mateta

Millwall Team News

Ryan Leonard will be fit enough to return for Millwall this weekend. Meanwhile, Callum Scanlon and Dan McNamara will face late fitness tests.

Possible Lineup

L. Jensen (GK); T. Crama, J. Tanganga, J. Cooper, J. Bryan, C. De Norre, G. Saville, C. Neghli, L. Cundle, F. Azeez, M. Ivanovic

Crystal Palace vs. Millwall Prop Picks

Crystal Palace may be overwhelming favorites this weekend, but Millwall’s defensive record on the road could ensure a low-scoring contest. The visitors have kept clean sheets in 41% of their matches this season, and have averaged just 1.12 goals against per 90.

Daniel Munoz has already opened his account in the FA Cup this season, and the wing-back has been among the goals in recent weeks. His attacking threat could indicate an area of value. Munoz has scored three goals in 26 league appearances, and has accumulated an xG of 4.66 from an average of 1.04 shots per 90.

Crystal Palace vs. Millwall Picks

Despite having a strong defensive record on the road, Millwall have struggled in front of goal in their away matches.

Palace’s form has turned a corner in 2025, and confidence will be high after a recent win against Aston Villa. It is also worth noting that the Eagles have avoided defeat in their last five against the Lions.