Crystal Palace and AZ Alkmaar Set for Europa Conference League Clash
On Thursday, November 6, 2025, Crystal Palace will host AZ Alkmaar at Selhurst Park in a pivotal UEFA Europa Conference League match. Both teams are aiming to strengthen their positions in the league phase of the competition.
Team Form and Recent Performances
Crystal Palace enters the match with a mixed record in recent fixtures. After a narrow 1-0 loss to Arsenal on October 26, they rebounded with a 3-0 victory over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup on October 29, followed by a 2-0 win against Brentford in the Premier League on November 1. In the Conference League, the Eagles have one win and one loss, with a goal difference of +1, having scored two goals and conceded one.
AZ Alkmaar, under the management of Maarten Martens, has been in impressive form. Since a 4-0 defeat to AEK Larnaca on October 2, they have secured five consecutive wins across all competitions. This streak includes a notable 2-0 away victory over Ajax in the Eredivisie on October 18 and a 1-0 home win against Slovan Bratislava in the Conference League on October 23. In the league phase, AZ has one win and one loss, with a goal difference of -3, scoring one goal and conceding four.
Injury Updates and Team News
Crystal Palace will be without several key players due to injuries. Chadi Riad, Caleb Kporha, Adam Wharton, Cheick Oumar Doucoure, and Edward Nketiah are all sidelined. Manager Oliver Glasner may need to adjust his lineup accordingly.
AZ Alkmaar faces its own injury concerns, with Jordy Clasie, Seiya Maikuma, and Mexx Meerdink potentially unavailable for the upcoming match. Despite these absences, the team remains confident given their recent performances.
Match Details and Broadcast Information
The match is scheduled to kick off at 8:00 PM GMT (3:00 PM EST) at Selhurst Park in London. In the United States, the game will be available for streaming on Paramount+.
As both teams prepare for this crucial encounter, fans can anticipate a competitive match as Crystal Palace seeks to capitalize on home advantage, while AZ Alkmaar aims to continue their winning momentum.
