Crystal Palace will host 1899 Hoffenheim in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday 5 November at 17:45 GMT at Selhurst Park.

Crystal Palace have struggled recently, with just one win in their last five matches. Their recent results include a 2-0 loss to Tottenham, a 1-0 win against Fulham, a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United, a 2-2 draw with Besiktas, and a heavy 5-0 loss to Brighton.

Currently, Crystal Palace sit in 15th place in the league table with 4 points from 3 games, having scored 8 goals and conceded 5.

In contrast, 1899 Hoffenheim have shown better form, winning three of their last five matches. They lost 2-0 to Werder Bremen, drew 1-1 with Holstein Kiel, and secured victories against Bayer Leverkusen (3-0), Lyon (3-0), and Borussia Mönchengladbach (2-1).

Hoffenheim are currently positioned 23rd in the league table with 3 points from 3 games, scoring 5 goals and conceding 5.

In their head-to-head record, both teams will look to make a mark in this crucial fixture.