Debates surrounding defensive capabilities

In the past 14 Premier League encounters between Crystal Palace and West Ham, both teams have managed to find the back of the net, raising doubts about the defensive capabilities of both sides.
Crystal Palace recently bid farewell to Joachim Andersen, and there are concerns that Marc Guehi might also be on his way out. This leaves Oliver Glasner’s team with the task of bolstering their defensive options if they wish to replicate last season’s impressive performance of finishing in the top half of the table.
Despite putting up a fight, they suffered a 2-1 defeat against Brentford in their opening match of the season, with a contentious disallowed goal by Eberechi Eze adding to their woes.

Anticipating a goal-filled match

West Ham faced a similar fate as they succumbed to a late goal from Aston Villa on Saturday. Nonetheless, Lucas Paqueta’s outstanding display showcased why he is highly regarded as one of the top players outside the traditional top six teams.
The introduction of new signings Crysencio Summerville, Jean-Clair Todibo, and Niclas Fullkrug off the bench in the previous game indicates that they may be vying for a spot in the starting lineup for the upcoming clash.
Having made significant investments during the transfer window, West Ham might need some time to adapt to the tactics of their new manager, Julen Lopetegui, following David Moyes’ departure.
Given the numerous changes within both squads, it is challenging to predict a clear favorite for victory in this match.
A more prudent approach would be to expect an entertaining game with a high likelihood of goals being scored.