"Crystal Palace's Conference League hopes hang in the balance after a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina's Zrinjski Mostar in the first leg of their knockout phase playoff. Oliver Glasner had reinforced his attacking ranks since their last European outing in December, but it was Ismaila Sarr, assisted by the January signing Jrgen Strand Larsen, who broke the deadlock on the stroke of half-time."
"The Eagles allowed Karlo Abramovic to score a second-half equaliser, then failed to create many chances, coming closest when Adam Wharton rattled the crossbar. It was another disappointing display from the struggling Premier League side, once touted as favourites to win the competition, but now they are hoping they can simply survive beyond next week with a more inspiring outing at Selhurst Park."
Crystal Palace drew 1-1 with Zrinjski Mostar in the first leg of the knockout phase playoff, leaving their Conference League progression uncertain. Oliver Glasner strengthened the attack since December, and Ismaila Sarr scored just before half-time with an assist from January signing Jürgen Strand Larsen. Zrinjski equalised through Karlo Abramovic in the second half. Palace created few clear chances thereafter, with Adam Wharton hitting the crossbar as the closest opportunity. Dean Henderson faced limited early danger and was nearly exposed by a loose pass. Zrinjski missed a gilt-edged chance before Sarr's goal, and Palace must improve at Selhurst Park.
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