Crystal Palace Advance in Conference League, Eyeing Potential Trophy

Crystal Palace secured their place in the last 16 of the UEFA Conference League with a 2-0 victory over Zrinjski Mostar on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Selhurst Park. The win completed a 3-1 aggregate victory for Oliver Glasner’s side, sparking optimism about a potential trophy run.

Eagles Soar Past Zrinjski

Goals from Maxence Lacroix (36th minute) and Evann Guessand (90+3rd minute) sealed the win for Palace, easing pressure on manager Oliver Glasner. The atmosphere at Selhurst Park was described as “rocking,” with fans providing strong support for the team. The attendance at Selhurst Park was 18,049.

Conference League Prospects

Crystal Palace will learn their next opponent on Friday, with Mainz or AEK Larnaca the potential challengers in the last 16. Palace defeated Zrinjski 3-1 on aggregate.

Back-to-Back Wins Boost Glasner’s Position

This victory marks back-to-back wins for Crystal Palace, a positive development that likely secures Glasner’s position as manager, particularly ahead of their upcoming Premier League match against Manchester United. Speculation about Glasner’s future had been growing prior to this recent success.

Expert Analysis

Former Palace defender James Tomkins, speaking on TNT Sports, highlighted the significance of the win, stating that Palace are now favorites to win the competition. He emphasized the incredible opportunity before the club, noting that adding a third trophy in two seasons would be a remarkable achievement for the fans.

Chelsea and West Ham Fined

In other football news, Chelsea and West Ham United have been issued heavy fines by the Football Association following a mass brawl during their Premier League clash in January SportsView.