Crystal Palace vs Zrinjski – Expected Lineup and Team Updates

Crystal Palace takes on Zrinjski Mostar at Selhurst Park tonight, hoping to secure a spot in the European last-16 for the first time.

After a 1–0 win over Wolves, the Eagles have improved their domestic standing, allowing manager Oliver Glasner to focus on advancing in Europe. The first leg ended in a 1–1 draw, where Palace struggled after the break. They have scored in eight consecutive matches and lost only once in their last five games across all competitions.

Crystal Palace Team News

Manager Oliver Glasner is dealing with several senior injuries, though one crucial defender may return to the lineup. Maxence Lacroix is a late fitness test after missing the weekend match; if he can’t play, either Chris Richards or Chadi Riad will fill in. Palace might field an almost identical defensive lineup from the Wolves game. Jean-Philippe Mateta, Eddie Nketiah, and Jefferson Lerma are out, with Nketiah not expected to return until late March.

Dean Henderson will start in goal, likely behind a defense that includes Maxence Lacroix and Chadi Riad. In midfield, Adam Wharton and Daichi Kamada are set to lead the team, while Daniel Muñoz and Tyrick Mitchell will serve as wing-backs. Ismaïla Sarr, who scored the first leg’s opening goal, will join Jørgen Strand Larsen and Brennan Johnson in attack. With just two wins in their last 16 games, tonight’s match is crucial for maintaining positive momentum at Selhurst Park.

Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup

Crystal Palace Predicted XI: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Riad; Muñoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Johnson, Sarr; Strand Larsen

When will the match kick off?

The Conference League match will be held at Selhurst Park on Thursday, 26 February 2026, with kick-off at 20:00 GMT.

How to watch Crystal Palace vs Zrinjski?

In the UK, viewers can watch the match live on TNT Sports 3 and stream it through the discovery+ app.

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