Crystal Palace – Zrinjski Mostar prediction & tips 26.02.2026
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Crystal Palace – Zrinjski Mostar prediction & tips 26.02.2026
Crystal Palace welcome Zrinjski Mostar to Selhurst Park on Thursday, 26th February 2026, for their second Europa Conference League encounter this season. The Eagles currently sit in 10th position with 10 points from six matches, while the Bosnian visitors occupy 23rd place with seven points. Their previous meeting ended in a 1-1 draw in Mostar, setting up an intriguing rematch in South London. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 as both teams seek crucial points in the new league phase format of the competition.
Our Betting Prediction for Crystal Palace vs Zrinjski Mostar
Our betting tip for this Europa Conference League clash strongly favours Crystal Palace to secure victory at home. The Eagles are priced at exceptionally short odds of 1.11 with Paripesa, reflecting their status as overwhelming favourites. While these odds offer limited returns, Crystal Palace’s superior quality and home advantage make this the most logical selection. For bettors seeking enhanced value, considering handicap markets could provide more attractive returns given the significant gulf in class between these sides.
Our second betting prediction focuses on the “both teams to score” market, where we recommend backing “No” at odds of 1.50 with Paripesa. Crystal Palace’s defensive solidity at home, combined with Zrinjski Mostar’s poor away record of three defeats from three matches without scoring, supports this selection. The visitors have struggled to find the net on their travels, making a clean sheet victory for the hosts a realistic outcome.
Our tips
There have been under 2.5 goals scored in 4 of Crystal Palace’s last 5 matches.
There have been under 2.5 goals scored in 3 of Zrinjski Mostar’s last 5 matches.
Crystal Palace haven’t won by 2 or more goals 5 of their last 5 matches.
Zrinjski Mostar haven’t lost by 2 or more goals 4 of their last 5 matches.
There have been under 3.5 goals scored in 4 of Crystal Palace’s last 5 matches.
There have been under 3.5 goals scored in 4 of Zrinjski Mostar’s last 5 matches.
Crystal Palace Form Analysis
Crystal Palace have demonstrated impressive consistency across all competitions, maintaining a solid record that positions them favourably for European progression. The Eagles’ most recent outing saw them claim a narrow but crucial 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Selhurst Park, showcasing their ability to grind out results when necessary. This triumph exemplified the defensive discipline that manager Glasner has instilled in his squad since taking charge.
In the Europa Conference League, Palace have accumulated 10 points from six matches, recording three victories, one draw, and two defeats. Their attacking output has been particularly noteworthy, with 11 goals scored while conceding just six, demonstrating both offensive creativity and defensive resilience. However, their home form in European competition presents a mixed picture, with one win, one draw, and one defeat at Selhurst Park. This inconsistency on familiar territory represents an area requiring improvement as they progress through the tournament.
The Austrian tactician Glasner has implemented a pragmatic approach that prioritises defensive stability while maintaining attacking threat through quick transitions. His tactical flexibility has been evident in recent performances, adapting formations and personnel to suit different opponents and match situations. The recent form across all competitions shows two wins, two draws, and one defeat from their last five fixtures, indicating steady progress under his guidance.
Zrinjski Mostar’s European Challenge
Zrinjski Mostar face an uphill battle in their European campaign, currently positioned in 23rd place with seven points from six matches. The Bosnian champions have managed two victories, one draw, and three defeats, with a goal difference of 8:10 highlighting their struggles to maintain consistency at this level. Their most recent Europa Conference League fixture resulted in a 1-1 home draw against Crystal Palace, a result that demonstrated their resilience despite the quality gap.
The visitors’ away record in European competition makes for concerning reading, with three defeats from three matches without registering a single point on their travels. This statistic underlines the magnitude of the task facing them at Selhurst Park, where they must overcome both superior opposition and hostile territory. Their domestic form provides some encouragement, with their latest match ending in a 1-1 draw against Široki Brijeg, maintaining their recent run of two wins, two draws, and one defeat from five fixtures.
Under the guidance of Štimac, Zrinjski have adopted a defensive-minded approach in European competition, prioritising organisation and discipline over expansive attacking play. The former Croatia international has extensive experience in managing at international level and understands the importance of tactical discipline when facing superior opposition. His pragmatic philosophy has served the club well in reaching this stage of the competition, though the step up in quality presents significant challenges for his squad’s limitations.
Last Direct Encounters
The head-to-head record between these teams is limited to their recent encounter, which ended in a 1-1 draw in Bosnia. This result provided Zrinjski with a valuable point while Crystal Palace will feel disappointed not to have secured maximum points away from home. The match demonstrated the visitors’ ability to compete at this level when playing in familiar surroundings, though replicating such performance away from home presents a different challenge entirely.
Performance
Last games
2026-01-07T19:30:00Z
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Palace0:0Aston Villa
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2026-01-10T12:15:00Z
3. Round
Macclesfield Town2:1Palace
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2026-01-17T15:00:00Z
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Sunderland2:1Palace
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2026-01-25T14:00:00Z
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Palace1:3Chelsea
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2026-02-01T14:00:00Z
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Forest1:1Palace
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2026-02-08T14:00:00Z
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Brighton & Hove0:1Palace
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2026-02-11T19:40:00Z
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Palace2:3Burnley
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2026-02-19T17:45:00Z
Play-offs
Zrinjski1:1Palace
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2026-02-22T14:00:00Z
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Palace1:0Wolves
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2026-03-21T00:00:00Z
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Man City0:0verl. Palace
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Crystal Palace performance of the last 8 home matches
Last games
2023-11-09T17:45:00Z
Group E
Legia2:0Zrinjski
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2023-11-30T17:45:00Z
Group E
AZ Alkmaar1:0Zrinjski
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2023-12-14T17:45:00Z
Group E
Zrinjski1:1Aston Villa
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2025-10-02T16:45:00Z
Ligaphase
Zrinjski5:0Red Imps
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2025-10-23T19:00:00Z
Ligaphase
Mainz 051:0Zrinjski
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2025-11-06T20:00:00Z
Ligaphase
Kyiv6:0Zrinjski
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2025-11-27T17:45:00Z
Ligaphase
Zrinjski2:1BK Häcken
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2025-12-11T20:00:00Z
Ligaphase
Raków1:0Zrinjski
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2025-12-18T20:00:00Z
Ligaphase
Zrinjski1:1Rapid Vienna
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2026-02-19T17:45:00Z
Play-offs
Zrinjski1:1Palace
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Zrinjski Mostar performance of the last 2 away matches
The recent form comparison reveals both teams have identical records across all competitions, with two wins, two draws, and one defeat from their last five matches. However, the quality of opposition and competitive levels differ significantly, with Crystal Palace competing in the Premier League while Zrinjski face domestic competition of considerably lower standard.
Crystal Palace’s latest result saw them defeat Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0 at home, while Zrinjski were held to a 1-1 draw by Široki Brijeg in their domestic league. These contrasting levels of competition highlight the gulf in class that Zrinjski must bridge to compete effectively at Selhurst Park.
Betting Markets and Recommendations
Our extensive experience working with leading bookmakers and analysing betting markets across Europe’s premier competitions provides valuable insight into this fixture’s betting landscape. The odds heavily favour Crystal Palace, with their home victory priced at just 1.11 with Paripesa, while a draw commands odds of 10.90 at 1win, and a Zrinjski victory is available at 30.00 with the same operator.
Many reputable betting sites with welcome bonus offers provide attractive opportunities for new customers to maximise their potential returns on this fixture. These welcome bonus sites typically offer freebet credits upon first deposit, allowing bettors to explore various markets without initial risk to their bankroll.
The “both teams to score” market presents interesting value, with “Yes” priced at 2.51 and “No” at 1.50. Given Zrinjski’s poor away scoring record and Crystal Palace’s defensive capabilities, the “No” option appears to offer superior value for discerning bettors.
Match Conclusion
Crystal Palace possess significant advantages in quality, experience, and home support that should prove decisive against Zrinjski Mostar. The visitors’ winless away record in European competition, combined with their defensive approach against superior opposition, suggests limited attacking threat at Selhurst Park. Palace’s recent victory over Wolverhampton demonstrates their ability to secure narrow victories when required, while their superior goal difference in the competition reflects their offensive capabilities. The combination of home advantage, quality differential, and Zrinjski’s travel difficulties makes Crystal Palace victory the logical selection, with both teams failing to score representing excellent secondary value in this encounter.
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