Preview: Crystal Palace vs Fiorentina Prediction, odds, where to watch, time | UEFA Conference League 2025-26 quarter-final first leg
These clubs are going to face each other for the first time.
Crystal Palace are going to go head-to-head against Fiorentina for their first leg quarterfinal outing of the 2025-26 UEFA Conference League. This will be an entertaining outing between these sides taking place at Selhurst Park.
The Eagles have been on a decent run of form lately. They are coming in after taking down AEK Larnaca in their previous outing of the European competition. Crystal Palace will be at home for their upcoming fixture and it is going to be an advantage for them.
Oliver Glasner’s men have not been the best at home. They must work on their strategy as the next match is not going to be an easy one for them.
Fiorentina are on a positive run of form at the moment. They recently performed well against Inter Milan and held them to a draw. The Viola then secured a 1-0 win against Hellas Verona. They will now only be looking to extend their winning run here.
The Paolo Vanoli-led side took down Raków Częstochowa in the UEFA Conference League round of 16. They have been performing well and despite being away from home, the Viola will be fully confident.
Kick-off:
- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Selhurst Park
- Date: Friday, April 10
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM IST (Thursday, April 9; 07:00 PM GMT/ 02:00 PM ET/ 11:00 AM PT)
- Referee: Donatas Rumsas
- VAR: In use
Form:
Crystal Palace: L-W-D-D-W
Fiorentina: W-W-W-D-W
Players to Watch
Ismaïla Sarr (Crystal Palace)
Ismaïla Sarr will be a crucial aspect in the final third for Crystal Palace. He scored a sensational brace in the previous outing and helped his side to an important win. In eight UEL matches this season, he has scored five goals and will be eager to add more to his tally.
The 28-year-old will be looking to come up with another top performance.
Cher Ndour (Fiorentina)
The 21-year-old is going to be one of the main men in the squad for Fiorentina. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Cher Ndour is going to create constant problems for the hosts. In the ongoing Europa League campaign, he has scored three goals and has two assists to his name.
Match Facts
- Crystal Palace have won two of their last five matches.
- Fiorentina are undefeated in their last six fixtures.
- This is going to be the first-ever outing between these clubs.
Crystal Palace vs Fiorentina: Betting Tips and Odds
- Crystal Palace to win @3/4 Star Sports
- Ismaïla Sarr to score @2/1 QuinnBet
- Goals under 3.5 @7/20 Virgin Bet
Injury and Team News
Edward Nketiah and Cheick Oumar Doucoure are not going to be in action for Crystal Palace. They are injured and might return to action during mid to late April 2026. Jorgen Strand Larsen is suspended. Dean Henderson and Adam Wharton are not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad.
Fiorentina will not have Rolando Mandragora and Tariq Lamptey in action due to their injuries. Manor Solomon, Niccolo Fortini, Dodo and Fabiano Parisi might also sit out due to their fitness issues.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 0
Crystal Palace won: 0
Fiorentina won: 0
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Crystal Palace predicted lineup (3-4-3)
Benítez (GK); Richards, Lacroix, Canvot; Johnson, Hughes, Kamada, Mitchell; Sarr, Mateta, Guessand
Fiorentina predicted lineup (4-3-3)
De Gea (GK); Comuzzo, Pongracic, Ranieri, Gosens; Fabbian, Fagioli, Ndour; Harrison, Kean, Gudmundsson
Match Prediction
This UEFA Conference League outing at Selhurst Park is going to be an electrifying one. The Eagles might not be fully confident here. Fiorentina are in very good form at the moment and are surely going to put up a strong fight in London.
Crystal Palace might not be in top form, but they might secure a win here.
Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-1 Fiorentina
Telecast Details
India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: TNT Sports
USA: Paramount+, DAZN, TUDN
Nigeria: SuperSport
When and where is Crystal Palace vs Fiorentina Conference League quarterfinal?
Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Selhurst Park in London, England. Kick-off is scheduled for 07:00 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch UEFA Conference League live in India?
SonyLIV and Sony Sports Network can be used to watch the Conference League in India.
Where and how to watch UEFA Conference League live in UK?
Fans can tune into TNT Sports to watch all the games live.
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