Strasbourg will take on Crystal Palace in the UEFA Conference League this week, as both teams look to cement their place inside the top eight of the league table.
With three matches to play, Strasbourg lead Palace by a point, but both teams could find themselves outside where they want to be with a defeat on Thursday.
As part of this week's round of UEFA Conference League betting tips, check out our Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace prediction below.
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Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace prediction: Palace to walk away with the points
Key Stats
- Crystal Palace have won 13 points from the last 15 available in all competitions.
- Strasbourg have lost 50% of their last six matches in all competitions.
- Both teams have scored in five of Strasbourg's last eight matches in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Strasbourg 1-2 Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace are flying at the moment under Oliver Glasner, and they are coping with the demands of European football far better than anyone predicted. This is a tough test, but Strasbourg's early-season good form is just starting to tail off, so it is perhaps a good time to play them.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Palace are the narrow favourites
- HOME: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- DRAW: 1/1 (2.00) – 50%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Strasbourg vs Crystal Palace odds suggest that the visitors have a greater chance of winning than the hosts. Ladbrokes have given Crystal Palace a 50% chance of picking up the three points, while Strasbourg have been given just a 28.6% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: A first-ever meeting
Neither of these teams are regulars in European football by any stretch of the imagination, so it's no surprise that this is the first time that they have ever played against each other.
Strasbourg preview: Chilwell to face his former side
Ben Chilwell spent the end of last season on loan at Crystal Palace, but he is expected to start against them on Thursday. In terms of injuries, the French side are missing Abdoul Ouatarra, Saidou Sow, Abakar Sylla, Karl-Johan Johnsson and Maxi Oyedele.
Predicted lineup: Penders (GK), Sarr, Hogsberg, Chilwell, Doue, Barco, Mourabet, Moreira, Enciso, Godo, Panichelli
Last five results
- Lens 1-0 Strasbourg
- Strasbourg 2-0 Lille
- Hacken 1-2 Strasbourg
- Rennes 4-1 Strasbourg
- Strasbourg 3-0 Auxerre
Crystal Palace preview: Glasner to rotate
With a huge match against Manchester United pencilled in for midday on Sunday, Oliver Glasner won't be able to pick his strongest starting XI here. The Austrian has four injury issues to deal with, too, with Cheick Doucoure, Caleb Kporha, Rio Cardines and Chadi Riad all out.
Predicted lineup: Henderson (GK), Canvot, Lacroix, Guehi, Munoz, Hughes, Wharton, Mitchell, Sarr, Pino, Mateta
Last five results
- Wolves 0-2 Crystal Palace
- Crystal Palace 0-0 Brighton
- Crystal Palace 3-1 AZ Alkmaar
- Crystal Palace 2-0 Brentford
- Liverpool 0-3 Crystal Palace
Player to watch: Adam Wharton
Adam Wharton's stock continues to rise, and there is a strong feeling inside Selhurst Park that he could be on the move next summer with several big clubs circling. For now, his job is to try and lead Palace to European glory.