Preview: Crystal Palace vs Zrinjski Mostar Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Conference League 2025-26 Play-offs second leg

The previous outing between these clubs ended in a 1-1 draw.

Crystal Palace are now going to take on Zrinjski Mostar for their second-leg playoff fixture of the 2025-26 UEFA Conference League. This is going to be an interesting outing between these clubs, taking place at Selhurst Park.

Crystal Palace have been very inconsistent with their performances in their recent matches. They will be at home for their upcoming European competition fixture, which will be one of the advantages for them. The Eagles are coming in after securing a 1-0 win at home against Wolverhampton Wanderers in their Premier League clash.

Zrinjski Mostar performed decently in the first leg as they held Palace to a draw. They will be away from home for their upcoming UEFA Conference League game, and it might turn out to be a tough outing for them. They have failed to secure a win in their last three matches and are likely to be under pressure for their next one.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: Selhurst Park
• Date: Friday, February 27
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Thursday, Feb 26; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

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

Zrinjski Mostar: W-W-L-D-D

Players to Watch

Ismaïla Sarr (Crystal Palace)

The 27-year-old is going to be an important part of the squad for Crystal Palace. From regulating the ball well in the midfield to scoring goals, Ismaïla Sarr is useful in both aspects on the field. With the ball at his feet, he is going to cause issues for the opponent’s defence.

Sarr has scored three goals in his last five matches for the Eagles.

Karlo Abramovic (Zrinjski Mostar)

Karlo Abramovic scored the important equaliser for Zrinjski Mostar during the first leg and will once again be looking to help his side in the final third. He will be eager to step up his game so that he can be useful for the visitors. Abramovic is going to lead the attack from the right.

Match Facts

• Zrinjski Mostar are on a three-match winless run.
• Crystal Palace have won one of their last three games.
• These clubs are going to square off for the second time against each other.

Crystal Palace vs Zrinjski: Betting Tips and Odds

• Crystal Palace to win 2/15 Ladbrokes
• Ismaïla Sarr to score @59/50 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @7/9 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Jean-Philippe Mateta, Edward Nketiah, Cheick Oumar Doucoure and Jefferson Lerma are not going to be in action for Crystal Palace. They are injured. Maxence Lacroix might also sit out due to a lack of fitness.

Zrinjski Mostar will be ready with all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 1

Crystal Palace won: 0

Zrinjski Mostar won: 0

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

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

Henderson (GK); Richards, Canvot, Riad; Muñoz, Wharton, Kamada, Sosa; Sarr, Johnson; Larsen

Zrinjski Mostar predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Karacic (GK); Vranjkovic, Barisic, Savic, Dujmovic, Mamic; Abramovic, Djurasek, Ivancic, Mikic; Cuze

Match Prediction

These sides are going to come up with an intense outing here. Crystal Palace are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Zrinjski Mostar in their upcoming UEFA Conference League playoffs battle.

Prediction: Palace 2-0 Zrinjski

Telecast Details

India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports

USA: Paramount+, DAZN, TUDN

Nigeria: SuperSport

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