Sunday marks a momentous occasion at the Gtech Community Stadium as Brentford host Crystal Palace in their final home game of the Premier League season (3pm BST, live on Sky Sports). For the Bees, this isn't just another match—it's a chance to chase their highest-ever league finish and secure a historic spot in European football for the first time.

Meanwhile, Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace arrive with an air of confidence, having already secured top-flight safety. But the Eagles have even bigger fish to fry: a Europa Conference League final against Rayo Vallecano later this month. Since Glasner took over in early 2024, Palace have enjoyed a golden era, lifting the FA Cup last season (beating Manchester City) and adding the Community Shield to their cabinet. Now, they're on the brink of more unprecedented success—though there's an emotional twist, as Glasner is set to depart at season's end.

Despite that looming farewell, Palace aren't taking their foot off the gas. Even after losing former captain Marc Guéhi to Manchester City in January, they've been one of the Premier League's stingiest defenses, keeping 12 clean sheets—only Arsenal (18) and City (15) have more. Opponents average just 11.4 shots per game against them, a mark bettered only by the league's top two and Chelsea.

Here's where it gets interesting for fans watching at home or in the stands: Palace's games tend to start cautiously, then explode into life just before halftime. Over a third of their Premier League goals this season (35%) have come in the 15 minutes before the break. No team has conceded more in that window, so expect a flurry of action as the interval approaches.

For Brentford, this is about finishing strong on home soil. The Bees have everything to play for, and with a raucous home crowd behind them, they'll look to breach one of the league's meanest backlines. Team news, match officials, and more analysis are all part of the buildup—so gear up for a Sunday showdown that could define both clubs' seasons.