Crystal Palace, once close to the Champions League zone, has experienced a dip in form with three consecutive league defeats. Fulham, on the other hand, has enjoyed a three-match winning streak. Consequently, both teams now have the same number of points. The similar points tally and comparable reputations suggest that the home team's offered 0.25 handicap is normal. The crucial question is whether this is a superficial advantage due to home ground or if the data providers genuinely anticipate a Crystal Palace victory. A look at team line-ups can help here. Crystal Palace's recent struggles stem from insufficient squad depth. The busy schedule, involving the Europa Conference League and League Cup, has exposed their limited rotation options, substitutions and a lack of depth during a congested fixture list. Injuries to Muños have significantly weakened the team, and the absence of Sarr for the African Cup of Nations, along with the injury to Kamada Daichi, has further impacted their creative capabilities. Therefore, the current data suggests Crystal Palace has a home advantage. Fulham has the potential to at least achieve a draw. Prediction: Away - Fulham +0.25