Conference League 2025-2026: Crystal Palace-Fredrikstad, the likely lineups

Historic evening at Selhurst Park, where Crystal Palace is preparing to make its full debut in European competitions. The opponent will be Fredrikstad, a Norwegian club fresh from elimination in the Europa League playoffs against Midtjylland.

For the “Glaziers” this will be a memorable fixture: their success in the FA Cup last season gave them the first European qualification in their history. The start of the year has been equally encouraging, with the surprising triumph over Arne Slot’s Liverpool that brought the club’s second trophy to the trophy cabinet. Now the goal is to complete the task and win the Conference League group stage.

Mikjal Thomassen Hagen’s Fredrikstad, on the other hand, arrives in London with a desire to redeem themselves after last week’s European disappointment. It will be a tough challenge for the Norwegians, but defensive organization and team compactness remain their best weapons.

Probable lineups:

Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Munoz, Wharton, Hughes, Sosa; Esse, Eze; Mateta.
Coach: Glasner

Fredrikstad (4-4-1-1): Borsheim; S. Owusu, Fredriksen, Woledzi; Molde, Ohlenschlaeger, L. Owusu, Metcalfe, Rafn; Bjartalid; Skogvold.
Coach: Hagen