The Matchday 4 clash in the 2025/26 Conference League group stage between Strasbourg (France) and Crystal Palace (England) will take place on November 27 at the Stade de la Meinau. Strasbourg vs. Crystal Palace: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Strasbourg
Halfway through the group stage, the French side remains unbeaten. Interestingly, they have secured two victories, both away from home. In the first round, the club defeated Slovan, and in the last match, they overcame Hacken (both with a 2-1 scoreline). At home, Strasbourg settled for a draw with Jagiellonia (1-1). The team is in 7th place, which allows them to advance directly to the playoffs.
- Over the last 6 years, the club has played 11 matches in European competitions, suffering only 2 defeats (7 wins and 2 draws).
- Both teams scored in Strasbourg's last 4 Conference League matches.
- At home, the French side boasts a 5-game unbeaten streak in European competitions – 3 wins and 2 draws.
Predicted lineup for Strasbourg (4-4-2)
Mike Penders – Ben Chilwell, Andrew Omobamidele, Lucas Hoisberg, Ismael Doukoure – Mathis Amugu, Sebastian Nanasi, Rafael Luis, Julio Enciso – Marshal Godo, Sam Amo-Ameyaw.
Due to injuries, goalkeeper Karl-Johan Johnsson, forward Abdul Ouattara, and defender Saidu Sow will not play.
Crystal Palace
Oliver Glasner's side is currently outside the top 8, but they are only behind their closest opponent in the top eight due to goal difference. After 3 rounds, the English team has 2 wins and 1 loss. Like the French team, the Londoners perform better away, where they defeated Dynamo Kyiv (2-0). At home, besides a victory over AZ Alkmaar (3-1), they also suffered an unexpected loss to Cypriot side AEK (0-1).
- The club has not lost in 4 of their last 5 Conference League matches (3 wins and 1 draw).
- At least one team failed to score in 4 of Crystal Palace's last 5 games in this tournament.
- The English side has not conceded in the first half of their last five European matches.
Predicted lineup for Crystal Palace (5-4-1)
Dean Henderson – Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, Tyrick Mitchell, Daniel Munoz, Marc Guehi – Jefferson Lerma, Yeremi Pino, Ismaila Sarr, Will Hughes – Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Due to injuries, midfielders Caleb Kropa and Cheick Doucoure will miss the match.
Referee
Javier Alberola Rojas (Spain)
Matches – 5 (International matches, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 21;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.2;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 26;
Penalties – 20%.
Strasbourg vs. Crystal Palace: Match Prediction
Both teams, of course, primarily focus on their national championships. At the same time, they won't neglect the European competition but will try to play with minimal effort. This is especially evident with the English side, who even managed to lose at home to the modest Cypriot side AEK. With three rounds remaining, both teams could use a few more points, which they can earn by playing well in attack.
I believe there will be goals from both sides in this match. The French team is among the most prolific in Ligue 1, with an average of 3.2 goals per game. Additionally, both opponents scored in Strasbourg's last 4 Conference League matches. Crystal Palace will need to put in some effort in this match, as they previously played lacklusterly. In their last two matches in this European competition, they conceded goals, even against much weaker opponents than the French side.
My prediction: Both teams to score – Yes
