Overview

• Jean-Philippe Mateta redirected Will Hughes’ effort to secure a 1-0 first-leg win, with Palace hitting the woodwork twice and registering 25 shots without finding a second goal.
• Eberechi Eze withdrew on matchday after telling Oliver Glasner he felt unwell, and the manager said he does not expect him to play for the club again as a transfer to Arsenal nears.
• Marc Guehi captained Palace, with Glasner insisting he “has to stay” given defensive shortages and eligibility rules, while chairman Steve Parish said the club may have to sell if a new contract is not signed.
• UEFA’s multi‑club ownership ruling has Palace in the Conference League despite qualifying for the Europa League as FA Cup winners, and Selhurst Park hosted the club’s first major European home match.
• The second leg is next week on an artificial surface in Norway, with no new players eligible and several niggles limiting options as Glasner pushes for late-window reinforcements.