Crystal Palace FC's first-ever major European adventure is underway, as we battle to win the UEFA Conference League. Find out how you can join us on our journey.

European Tour

## Our Senegalese Sarr

> Ismaïla Sarr became the club’s third signing of the 2024/25 summer transfer window after joining on a five-year deal from Olympique de Marseille.

The 26-year-old attacker possesses plenty of experience of English football, having spent four years at Watford – recording 34 goals and 22 assists in 131 games – prior to joining Marseille, whom he helped reach the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa League last season.

Sarr's career began in French football with Metz, before moving to Rennes and leading the club into Europe, as well as winning their first Coupe de France in almost half a century.

At international level, he has been a mainstay of the Senegal national side, earning 64 caps, scoring 13 goals and winning the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021.

His career has also been defined by his eye for the spectacular, having won Goal of the Season awards in both the Football League and the Europa League.

Sarr was ever-present in every Premier League matchday squad in his first season at the club, playing in all 38 games, while also featuring in a further nine cup games. He scored 11 goals across all competitions, with eight additional assists - including a stunning effort against rivals Brighton & Hove Albion and a brace against Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final.

2022/23, Watford (v West Bromwich Albion)

EFL Goal of the Season

Watford, 2020/21

Player of the Season

Players' Player of the Season

2018/19, Rennes (v Jablonec)

UEFA Europa League Goal of the Season

December 2024

Crystal Palace Player of the Month

Sarr

Instagram

Appearances

Goals

Access All Over | Spurs (A)

Slow Motion v Tottenham Hotspur

All Angles | Ismaïla Sarr's Second Goal

Extended Highlights: Tottenham Hotspur 1-3 Crystal Palace | Palace TV+

Goal of the month contenders | February 2026

Last time out | Zrinjski Mostar on Super8 

UEFA Conference League Match highlights: Zrinjski Mostar 1-1 Crystal Palace 

Sarr Previews Burnley

All Angles of Ismaïla Sarr's Goal v Brighton

The Full 90: Brighton v Crystal Palace | Palace TV+

Extended Highlights: Brighton 0-1 Crystal Palace | Palace TV +

Match Action: Brighton 0-1 Crystal Palace

Strand Larsen presents Sarr with Premier League Man of the Match

Ismaïla Sarr Returns From AFCON

Pre-match Press Conference | RC Strasbourg (A)

Goals Inside Box

Goals Outside Box

Right Foot

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Shots

Shots on target

Hit woodwork

Penalties taken

Penalties scored

Touches

Touches in opposition box

Aerial duels

Aerial duels won

Interceptions

Blocks

Recoveries

Tackles won

Duels won

Clearances

Minutes

Attempted passes

Successful passes

Chances created

Crosses

Yellow cards

Red cards

Fouls won

Fouls Conceded

Season

Games

Having secured victory in our first-ever major European knockout tie, beating HSK Zrinjski Mostar 3-1 on aggregate, our continental campaign continues this coming Thursday against Cypriot Cup holders AEK Larnaca in the Round of 16.

The first leg will be played at home on **Thursday (20:00 GMT)** – and if you haven't yet leant your voice to this historic moment in the club's history, now is the perfect time to do so.

Ticketing information can be found below, with prices the same as in previous stages.

*More information regarding tickets for the second leg in Larnaca – scheduled for Thursday, 19th March – [can be found here](https://www.cpfc.co.uk/news/tickets/ticket-details-aek-larnaca-crystal-palace-march-2026/).*

**Supporters are urged to read the below information about the home leg in full before purchasing tickets.**

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#### Ticket Distribution

All tickets for this fixture will be emailed approximately one week before the game to the transaction owner.

Tickets will be available as PDF Print at Home tickets, or Digital tickets to download to your Apple or Google Wallet.

#### Prices

- **Adults:** £40
- **Seniors (65+) and 18-21s:** £30
- **Under 18s:** £25

#### Important Information

All tickets can be purchased in the standard way via our **[Ticketing website](https://www.eticketing.co.uk/cpfc/)**.

To purchase tickets on behalf of a friend or family member, you must have a strong relationship, which can be set in the **Friends and Family section** of the Ticketing website. **[Click here to find out how to do this](https://www.cpfc.co.uk/how-to-use-palace-app-and-website).**

Unfortunately, due to UEFA requirements and the addition of a singing section, a small number of Season Ticket Holders have been displaced and were instead offered a priority on all remaining seats in Phase 2. All displaced supporters were emailed in advance of tickets going on sale.

#### Premium Matchday Packages

This historic European clash under the Selhurst Park lights is the perfect time to experience one of our Premium lounges, offering a range of modern dining and inclusive drinks to enjoy amongst friends, family or colleagues.

**[Premium Experiences are now available to purchase](https://www.eticketing.co.uk/cpfc/EDP/Hospitality/Index/980)**, with no Membership required. Experiences start from just £210 inc. VAT.

Alternatively, speak to one of our team by **[enquiring now](https://www.cpfc.co.uk/hospitality/enquire/).**

#### Match Details

**Crystal Palace v AEK Larnaca**

- Thursday, 12th March
- 20:00 GMT
- Selhurst Park
- UEFA Conference League Round of 16, first leg
- [Click here to buy tickets.](https://www.eticketing.co.uk/cpfc/EDP/Event/Index/979?position=1&utm_source=website&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=WebStory060325_Tickets)

Join our journey: tickets for the first leg of our UEFA Conference League Round of 16 tie against AEK Larnaca, which will be played at Selhurst Park this coming Thursday (12th March, 20:00 GMT), are on general sale!

Our European journey continues this Thursday; tickets on sale for AEK Larnaca (H)!

Crystal Palace v AEK Larnaca (2026-03-12)

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Palace’s first-ever European journey continues against the Cypriot Cup holders, with our first leg at home (**[tickets on general sale here](https://www.eticketing.co.uk/cpfc/EDP/Event/Index/979?position=1)**) on Thursday, 12th March (20:00 GMT) – and the second leg scheduled for **Thursday, 19th March (19:45 EET local time / 17:45 GMT) at the AEK Arena**.

*All tickets for the away leg must be purchased via the CPFC ticketing system and supporters will be required to enter their passport number as part of their purchase. Tickets must be collected in person – more information can be found below.*

Due to the capacity of the AEK Arena, tickets are extremely limited to approximately 700 tickets.

A Waiting List is now live with further information below.

### Important information

UEFA have confirmed that all matches due to take place in Europe in the upcoming weeks are currently planned to be played as scheduled. The club remains in constant contact with UEFA, who are closely monitoring the current situation in Cyprus and are in touch with local authorities.

Given the uncertainty, the club are unable to provide a charter facility for this game and encourage supporters to read the refund terms and conditions of any flights or accommodation they book carefully, as well as purchasing the relevant travel insurance.

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### Ticket collection

All supporters will be required to **collect tickets in-person** at a city centre location to be confirmed. To collect their tickets supporters must display a **valid** **passport** to ensure that tickets are only used by eligible supporters. Tickets cannot be transferred at any time and under no circumstances will tickets be issued without the ticket holder being present.

**All supporters will also be required to take their passport to the stadium, as ticket and ID checks will be performed by the Cypriot police at the turnstiles.** 

It is strongly recommended that you only purchase a ticket if you are absolutely sure you can attend the game. If your circumstances change after you have purchased your ticket, please contact the Box Office as soon as possible.

**Tickets are strictly non-transferrable**. Anyone found transferring tickets without the club’s consent will be banned from purchasing future away games.

### Pricing

Tickets will be priced at £17.50 each.

### Waiting List

A Waiting List is now available to all Season Ticket Holders and Members to join irrespective of Loyalty Points. 

If we receive any returns or an extra allocation at a later date, we will sell in Loyalty Points order.

### Match Details

**AEK Larnaca v Crystal Palace**

- Thursday, 19th March
- 19:45 EET local time / 17:45 GMT
- AEK Arena
- UEFA Conference League Round of 16, second leg

Tickets for the away leg of Crystal Palace's UEFA Conference League Round of 16 tie with Cypriot club AEK Larnaca are now sold out, with a Waiting List now live.

AEK Larnaca away tickets now sold out; Waiting List open

AEK Larnaca v Crystal Palace (2026-03-19)

Crystal Palace are on the search for fresh presenting talents to take centre stage across our matchday experience at Selhurst Park, and in our Palace TV channel content. 

With no previous experience required, the floor is open to emerging presenters of all ages, genders and backgrounds.

So whether you’re a seasoned pro in front of a camera, or an upcoming presenter who enjoys building connections with fans, and are available for home matchdays throughout the season, then you could be the next face of Selhurst Park matchdays.

Fit the bill or know someone perfect for the job? There are two ways to apply below:

### **Option 1 - Online Auditions**

This is your chance to tell us why you’d be the perfect Palace presenter – so be bold, be memorable, and let your personality and passion for presenting shine through!

Grab your phone, hit record, and cover the questions below in a **short one-minute video**:

- Who are you, and what makes you unique?
- On your connection to the club – why do you love Crystal Palace?
- What would make you a great Palace presenter?

**To complete your online audition, please [head to this page](https://www.cpfc.co.uk/palace-presenter-auditions/)** to submit your details and video. Good luck!

Audition online

#### **Audition Tips:**

- Film in landscape mode.
- Find a quiet, well-lit spot so we can see and hear you clearly.
- No filters - we want the real you.
- No background music.
- And no whispering, we want to be able to hear you as if it were a matchday!

### **Option 2 - Open Auditions**

In addition, open auditions will be held in the **Selhurst Park Fanzone** ahead of our Men’s home fixture against Leeds United on **Sunday, 15th March**, and Palace Women’s matchday v Charlton Women on **Sunday, 29th March**.

Interested supporters can drop in **from 12:00** at either match to provide their details in an application form, and record a quick video there and then. 

**Please note that, if you have already submitted an online audition, you do not also need to attend open auditions**.

Good luck!

We’re on the hunt for a new matchday presenter to join the Palace media team – so if you’re confident with a mic in your hand, have a witty way with words, and a passion for Palace, then we want to hear from you!

Auditions now open for our new Palace Presenter!

Crystal Palace v Leeds United (2026-03-15)

Crystal Palace Women v Charlton Athletic Women (2026-03-29)

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Our European journey continues this Thursday; tickets on sale for AEK Larnaca (H)!

AEK Larnaca away tickets now sold out; Waiting List open

Auditions now open for our new Palace Presenter!

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