Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim Prediction & Betting Tips - Europa League
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by Sridhar Bhamidi | in Europa League Predictions
Crystal Palace will put their struggles in the English Premier League (EPL) aside and look to book a win in the league phase of the UEFA Europa League (UEL) when they host a struggling Hoffenheim. This match at Selhurst Park in London between the 15th-placed ‘Eagles’ and the 23rd-placed ‘Kraichgauers’ on Thursday could prove to be a tight affair with goals likely to come at a premium.
With four points in three matches (W1, D1, L1), Palace are three points outside the top eight clubs. Hoffenheim have only three points (W1, L2) and are inside the top 24 only on goal difference.
The Eagles are struggling to hold their own domestically, and although they haven’t excelled in Europe, this could be their chance to divert attention. Hoffenheim have lost the momentum of three wins in a row by losing two consecutive matches and have their own worries on the road. Will the Eagles soar high in London to keep the Germans at bay? Read more for our analysis, team news, and match predictions.
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Crystal Palace v Hoffenheim Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus |
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1.92 | 3.80 | 3.50 |
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1.95 | 4.00 | 3.74 |
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1.91 | 3.90 | 3.64 |
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1.91 | 3.90 | 3.64 |
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1.91 | 3.90 | 3.64 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Crystal Palace and Hoffenheim?
Our prediction for the Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim match is: under 3.5 goals.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 05/11/2026 between Crystal Palace and Hoffenheim in Europa League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 53.15% for a win of Crystal Palace against Hoffenheim with odds of 1.95 at 1xbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim is 24.58% with odds of 4 at 1xbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 22.27% chance ⭐ for a win of Hoffenheim vs Crystal Palace with odds of 3.75 at Bet365.
Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim Form
Crystal Palace and Hoffenheim's standings in the Europa League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15
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4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +3 |
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23
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Crystal Palace and Hoffenheim Last Matches
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
31 Oct 2026 - Premier League
28 Oct 2026 - Carabao Cup
25 Oct 2026 - Premier League
22 Oct 2026 - Europa League
18 Oct 2026 - Premier League
15 Oct 2026 - Europa League
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
25 Oct 2026 - Premier League
11 Oct 2026 - Premier League
3 Oct 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
17 Sept 2026 - Europa League
12 Sept 2026 - Premier League
8 Sept 2026 - Carabao Cup
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
31 Oct 2026 - Premier League
28 Oct 2026 - Carabao Cup
22 Oct 2026 - Europa League
18 Oct 2026 - Premier League
15 Oct 2026 - Europa League
20 Sept 2026 - Premier League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
31 Oct 2026 - Bundesliga
28 Oct 2026 - DFB Pokal
25 Oct 2026 - Bundesliga
22 Oct 2026 - Europa League
18 Oct 2026 - Bundesliga
15 Oct 2026 - Europa League
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
25 Oct 2026 - Bundesliga
22 Oct 2026 - Europa League
15 Oct 2026 - Europa League
10 Oct 2026 - Bundesliga
12 Sept 2026 - Bundesliga
5 Sept 2026 - Bundesliga
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
31 Oct 2026 - Bundesliga
28 Oct 2026 - DFB Pokal
18 Oct 2026 - Bundesliga
20 Sept 2026 - Bundesliga
17 Sept 2026 - Europa League
29 Aug 2026 - Bundesliga
Crystal Palace - Hoffenheim: Form Analysis
Palace lost 2-0 away at Tottenham Hotspur in an EPL fixture last weekend, continuing their poor run of results. The Eagles have now lost four of their last six competitive games (W1, D1) with their only win coming in the EFL Cup.
In the UEL league phase, Palace drew 2-2 away at Besiktas on matchday three, preceded by a 3-2 loss at Lyon on matchday two. However, they won 4-0 at home against Lech Poznan and have two wins from their last three competitive fixtures at this venue.
This is Palace’s first game against German opposition.
Hoffenheim lost 2-0 away at Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga last weekend for a second defeat in a row, having lost to Holstein Kiel in the DFB Pokal before. This sequence has brought them crashing down to earth after three consecutive wins.
One of those victories was a 3-0 home result against Lyon on matchday three of the UEL. However, they lost 2-0 at OFI Crete and 3-2 at home against Besiktas in the first two matchdays.
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Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim last Lineups
Formation : 3 - 4 - 2 - 1
Formation : 3 - 3 - 2 - 2
Substitutes
W. Benitez
DefenderB. Chilwell
MidfielderW. Hughes
J. Lerma
C. Doucoure
ForwardD. Osorio
A. Khalaili
E. Nketiah
E. Guessand
L. Philipp
DefenderBernardo
MidfielderK. Gjasula
V. Lassig
O. Hencke
C. Lenz
ForwardY. Zor
T. Lemperle
J. Fields
Missing players
T. Tomiyasu
C. Riad
ForwardI. Sarr
A. Hajdari
MidfielderA. Prass
N. De Cat
Crystal Palace & Hoffenheim Squad Analysis
Palace don’t have any new injury absences, with defenders Chadi Riad and Takehiro Tomiyasu out of action with long-term injuries. Jorgen Strand Larsen and Ismila Sarr are also unavailable due to recent knocks.
Larsen has four goals in competitive action this season, while Yeremy Pino also has four goals. They are likely to stick to their 3-4-3 formation with Jean-Philippe Mateta set to start slightly ahead, with Pino on the left flank.
Pino has scored once in each of his three UEL games this season.
Hoffenheim have Nathan De Cat and Albian Hajdari out of action due to long-term injuries. Vladimir Coufal, Valentin Gendrey, and Bambase Conte missed Hoffenheim’s last game due to injuries.
Bambase is a miss in the midfield, as he contributed five goals this season (two goals and three assists). The visitors have shown enough tactical flexibility to use either 3-5-2 or 4-2-3-1, with the scoring burden likely to fall on Adam Hlozek. He has scored in Hoffenheim’s last UEL game and has two in his last four competitive matches.
Most goals and assists
Crystal Palace
Hoffenheim
Y. Pino
(3 Goals)
K. Machida
(1 Goals)
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F. Asllani
(1 Goals)
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A. Kramaric
(1 Goals)
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A. Hlozek
(1 Goals)
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A. Daghim
(1 Goals)
A. Wharton
(2 Assists)
A. Kramaric
(2 Assists)
Crystal Palace and Hoffenheim Stats in Europa League
Crystal Palace - Hoffenheim Key Points
- Palace’s last three matches have produced under three goals.
- Eight of Palace’s last ten UEFA matches have all seen fewer than four goals.
- Hoffenheim’s last five matches have produced three or fewer goals.
- Seven of Hoffenheim’s last 11 matches in the UEL have seen under 3.5 goals.
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Our Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim Prediction
Palace will treat this game as a welcome distraction from their relegation worries in the English Premier League. They have four points in the league phase, and their lone win came at home. Hoffenheim have lost two in a row ahead of this trip and have struggled on the road in recent weeks. Both teams have struggled defensively, but this may be the fixture that changes that stat.
The two clubs have seen goals flow in their respective games, but this game could be tighter. Our Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim prediction is under 3.5 goals.
Crystal Palace vs Hoffenheim Alternative Predictions
Crystal Palace wins
Hoffenheim have lost five of their last six away matches, including one in the DFB Pokal via penalties. While Palace are no better in terms of recent form, they at least have two wins from their last three competitive games played at this venue. That may tilt the scales in favour of the Eagles.
Yeremy Pino Anytime Goalscorer
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