Crystal Palace – 1899 Hoffenheim

Crystal Palace host 1899 Hoffenheim at Selhurst Park with both sides languishing in 14th place, the Eagles a point ahead on seven after two wins, a draw and four defeats, while the Germans sit on six points from the same record except for a lack of draws. Both clubs have struggled to find the net, Palace managing just nine goals while conceding 17, and Hoffenheim scoring 11 but allowing 14. The fixture offers Palace a chance to extend their slim lead in the bottom‑half battle, whereas Hoffenheim will be eager to close the gap and climb out of the relegation‑watch zone. Their head‑to‑head this season has yet to produce a decisive result, setting the stage for a tightly contested encounter.