Oliver Glasner Targets Premier League Points Record Ahead Of Nottingham Forest Match

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Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is aiming to break the club's Premier League points record as they prepare to face Nottingham Forest at home. The Eagles currently have 45 points, needing five more from their remaining four matches to surpass their previous best. Glasner is also looking forward to the FA Cup final against Manchester City later this month.

Jean-Philippe Mateta has been in excellent form for Crystal Palace, scoring 10 goals in his last 13 Premier League games this year. This marks the second consecutive season he has achieved such a feat from January onwards, with Andrew Johnson being the only other Eagles player to do so previously.

Nottingham Forest's manager, Nuno Espirito Santo, remains confident despite recent setbacks. After a loss to Brentford, Forest find themselves outside the top five due to goal difference, risking their Champions League spot. "We don’t see it but we feel it," Nuno said about the pressure on his team.

Chris Wood has been a key player for Nottingham Forest, scoring 17 goals in his last 24 away Premier League appearances. This season, he has netted nine away goals and could become the first Forest player to score 10 away goals in a single season.

Crystal Palace have been strong at Selhurst Park, winning five and drawing one of their last six matches across all competitions. They have lost only two of their last 11 home games. Nottingham Forest, however, have struggled recently with four losses in their last five matches.

The Tricky Trees have shown resilience on the road in London, winning two of their last three away Premier League games there. They aim to win three away games in London within a season for just the second time since 1994-95.

Historical Context and Predictions

Historically, Nottingham Forest have won nine away Premier League matches this season. They have only achieved 10 top-flight away wins in a season three times before: in 1977-78 (finished first), 1978-79 (second), and 1994-95 (third).

The Opta win probability suggests Crystal Palace have a slight edge with a 43.5% chance of victory. A draw stands at 26.4%, while Nottingham Forest's chances are calculated at 30.2%. Both teams will be eager to secure crucial points as they approach the season's end.