Crystal Palace vs Sunderland: Weather forecast, ticket details and travel information
Sunderland return to Premier League action after the international break with a trip to Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Regis Le Bris’ side secured a last-gasp win over Brentford in their last outing, coming from a goal down to triumph 2-1.
Le Bris has a decision to make in attack, with Wilson Isidor set to challenge Eliezer Mayenda for a starting berth.
As for Palace, they dismantled Aston Villa 3-0 in their last league match and are currently unbeaten.
Here, Mackem News reveals the key information about tickets, travel, and the expected weather for the visit to Selhurst Park.
Ticket information for Crystal Palace vs Sunderland
Sunderland have been allocated 2,687 tickets for their trip to South East London, but tickets have sold out after initially going on sale to season ticket holders on 28 August.
Tickets were priced at £30 for adults (22-64), £22 for seniors (65+) and under-22s (18-21), and £18 for under-18s (2-17).
Supporters can use Sunderland’s official ticketing site to purchase future tickets, but must be a season ticket holder to qualify for away tickets.
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Sunderland fans’ travel options to Selhurst Park
Supporters travelling by train can go from Sunderland Station to London King’s Cross before boarding a service towards Selhurst, Thornton Heath, or Norwood Junction.
Depending on the time of departure, fans may have to change at least once, so they should check their route in advance.
Trains depart regularly on the morning of the game, with tickets still available to purchase on Trainline.
- There are no tube strikes planned in London this weekend
- Selhurst, Thornton Heath, and Norwood Junction are within a 10-15 minute walk from the stadium
- Trains from Sunderland to King’s Cross should take between three and a half and four hours
For those driving, the journey is expected to take between five and seven and a half hours, with parking limited around the stadium.
Coach tickets to Crystal Palace are out of stock, but supporters should check A Love Supreme for future away matches.
Chance of rain and strong winds for Premier League clash
The Met Office reports that temperatures are expected to be between 13 and 19 degrees in Selhurst on Saturday.
At 3 pm, there is a 40 per cent chance of rain, with sunny intervals changing to partly cloudy by the early evening.
Strong winds are expected for the encounter, with wind speeds predicted to reach highs of 32mph around kick-off.
Although Sunderland head in as underdogs against Crystal Palace, they will look to take advantage of the injuries to Adam Wharton and Ismaila Sarr.
The Wearsiders have won their last three at Selhurst Park, picking up a 4-0 victory in their last visit in 2017.
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