Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace Prediction, Lineups, Injuries, and Team News

Two teams that entered the UEFA Conference League as favourites go head-to-head on Thursday night. Strasbourg hosts Crystal Palace in the first-ever meeting between the sides on the fourth matchday of the tournament. Find out more about Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace prediction, Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace preview, Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace predicted lineups and Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace injury news.

Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace Preview

Strasbourg made a strong start to their Ligue 1 campaign. However, they lost three out of their previous five encounters to drop to fifth position. But they are unbeaten in the Conference League with seven points to their name. After a confident start against Slovan Bratislava, they drew against Bialystok but bounced back against Hacken.

A victory would consolidate their position in the top eight. Strasbourg are managed by London-born Liam Rosenior, who also played for Palace's rivals Brighton during his playing days.

Crystal Palace registered their best start to the top flight after 12 games since the 1991/92 season. They equalled their tally of 20 points in the league after a 2-0 victory against Wolves on the weekend. After the 1-0 defeat to Arsenal, they emerged on a five-game unbeaten run.

Oliver Glasner termed the upcoming games as a crunch period, as they could really determine how their season goes. Heading into the Strasbourg clash, both sides sit fifth in the table. After making a positive start in Europe, they suffered a reverse against Larnaca at home before picking up a confident victory against Alkmaar recently. The Eagles will almost secure a place in the playoffs if they pick up a victory.

Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace Match Info

Match Name: UEFA Conference League, Matchday 4

Stadium Name: Stade de la Meinau

Kickoff: 27th November, 2025, 21:00 CET

Strasbourg Team News

Abdoul Ouattara sustained a hamstring injury and is ruled out of the game. Ben Chilwell, a former Crystal Palace loanee, is in line to face them by making his return to the back three. Valentin Barco and Julio Encis, with their Premier League ties, will be hopeful of making a return to the fold as well.

Strasbourg Predicted Lineup (3-4-1-2):

Goalkeeper: Penders

Defenders: Hogersberg, Sarr, Chilwell

Midfielders: Doue, Barco, El Mourabet, Moreira; Enciso

Forwards: Panichelli, Emegha

Crystal Palace Team News

Glanser will be considering making changes to his lineup as he faces the challenge of managing minutes. Marc Guehi and Adam Wharton could be rested as they returned from injuries recently. The front line will be raring to build more chemistry. Eddie Nketiah might also be hopeful of a start.

Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):

Goalkeeper: Henderson

Defenders: Richards, Lacroix, Lerma

Midfielders: Munoz, Kamada, Hughes, Sosa

Forwards: Sarr, Pino; Nketiah

Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace Injuries

Both sides are dealing with a few injuries. It makes rotation even more possible. Here's a look at the Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace Injuries.

Strasbourg Injury List

Here's a look at the Strasbourg injury update. The list shows the players who won't be taking part in the important clash.

Crystal Palace Injury List

Let's take a look at the Crystal Palace injury updates. The following players are out of action due to injuries.

Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace Prediction

Both sides are blessed with enough resources to win the whole tournament. This game will be a show of strength for either side. Although home advantage favours Strasbourg, the Eagles will make it a tough fight. Two discipline defences go head to head, but it is the attack that could really decide the game.

Sportsdunia's Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace Prediction: Strasbourg 1-1 Crystal Palace