Crystal Palace faces Zrinjski Mostar in Bosnia tonight, aiming for a strong start in their Conference League play-off.
This match marks Palace’s first-ever European knockout tie after finishing 10th in the league. Manager Oliver Glasner has experienced a tough domestic stretch, but this tournament offers a chance to turn things around. The team hopes to mirror their earlier away successes in the competition.
Crystal Palace Team News
Oliver Glasner will field a squad that is missing several key players due to injuries, including Jean-Philippe Mateta, Eddie Nketiah, and Cheick Doucouré. Club-record signing Jørgen Strand Larsen will lead the line alone, looking to build on his two-goal performance against Burnley last weekend. Borna Sosa and Chadi Riad will support the defense as they aim to secure a clean sheet against the Bosnian champions.
Dean Henderson will be in goal, supported by a back four of Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, Chadi Riad, and Borna Sosa. In midfield, Daniel Muñoz will team up with Adam Wharton. The attacking midfield trio includes Daichi Kamada, Ismaïla Sarr, and Brennan Johnson. Jørgen Strand Larsen leads the forward line as Palace seeks an advantage to take back to Selhurst Park for the second leg.
Crystal Palace Confirmed Lineup
Crystal Palace Confirmed XI (4-2-3-1): Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Riad, Sosa; Munoz, Wharton; Kamada, Sarr, Johnson; Larsen
When will the match kick off?
The Conference League play-off first leg will be held at Stadion Bijeli Brijeg on Thursday, 19 February 2026, with kick-off at 17:45 GMT.
How to watch Zrinjski Mostar vs Crystal Palace?
In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 3. Viewers can also stream it live through the discovery+ website and app.
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