Crystal Palace vs Lech Poznan Preview, prediction, team news, lineups | UEFA Europa League 2026-27

These clubs have never faced each other before!

Crystal Palace will lock horns against Lech Poznan for their first league phase fixture of the UEFA Europa League 2026-27 season. These sides will square off at Sulhurst Park in London.

The Eagles secured the UEFA Conference League title last season and will be looking to bag the UEL silverware this season. Their recent performances have not been very consistent. They are coming off a 2-3 loss against Ipswich Town in the English Premier League.

The Pierre Sage-led side will be at home and they must control the game from the beginning. With this advantage, Crystal Palace will surely have a slight edge.

The Polish professional football club, Lech Poznan, have been on a decent run of form. They are also coming in after experiencing a defeat in their last Ekstraklasa outing against Gornik Zabrze. Even though they took a lead early, Niels Frederiksen’s men failed to come up with a composed performance in defence.

They cannot make the same mistakes in their upcoming Europa League contest against Crystal Palace.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: Selhurst Park
• Date: Friday, September 18
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 am IST (Wednesday, September 17; 07:00 pm GMT/ 03:00 pm ET/ 12:00 pm PT)
• Referee: Michal Očenáš
• VAR: In use

Form:

Crystal Palace: L-L-W-W-L

Lech Poznan: D-W-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Daichi Kamada (Crystal Palace)

The 30-year-old Japanese star has been performing well for Crystal Palace this season. He secured a couple of assists in previous league games for the Eagles. Daichi Kamada will once again be deployed in the attacking midfield position and will be looking to helping his side in the final third.

Allahyar Sayyadmanesh (Lech Poznan)

Allahyar Sayyadmanesh is going to be one of the main men both in the midfield and the attacking front for Lech Poznan. While operating on the left flank, he is capable of helping his side by opening up spaces and can also deliver dangerous balls into the opponent’s box. The 25-year-old has scored four goals in seven league games for his side this season.

Match Facts

• Crystal Palace have only managed two wins in their last five matches.
• Lech Poznan have only lost one of their last five games.
• This will be the first-ever outing between these clubs.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Crystal Palace to win @4/9 Ladbrokes
• Jorgen Strand Larsen to score @11/10 QuinnBet
• Goals under 3.5 @1/2 William Hill

Injury and Team News

Ismaila Sarr, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Chadi Riad are not going to be in action for Crystal Palace. They are injured. Edward Nketiah is not yet confirmed to be part of the squad due to a lack of fitness. Palace captain Dean Henderson is sidelined until mid-October with a persistent ankle injury.

Lech Poznan will not have Ali Gholizadeh, Alex Douglas, Daniel Hakans and Antoni Kozubal in action due to their injuries. Kamil Jkobczyk might also sit out due to his fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Matches played: 0

Crystal Palace (wins): 0

Lech Poznan (wins): 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Crystal Palace predicted XI (3-4-2-1)

Benitez (GK); Richards, Disasi, Chilwell; Khalaili, Lerma, Wharton, Mitchell; Kamada, Pino; Larsen

Lech Poznan predicted XI (4-4-2)

Lis (GK); Pereira, Skrzypczak, Monka, Gurgul; Walemark, Murawski, Berggren, Sayyadmanesh; Ishak, Rodriguez

Match Prediction

Crystal Palace at home are going to have a slight advantage, but avoid making silly mistakes. Lech Poznan will be looking to put up a tough fight for the hosts.

Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-1 Lech Poznan

Telecast Details

India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: TNT Sports

Italy: Sky

Poland: Polsat

USA: Paramount+, DAZN, TUDN

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