How to watch Crystal Palace v Rayo Vallecano in the Conference League final – UK Times

Crystal Palace take on Rayo Vallecano in the biggest match of their season as they look to win a European trophy for the very first time.

Last year, the Eagles won their very first major trophy by beating Manchester City in the FA Cup final and they can now add a second to the cabinet with victory over the Spanish club in the Conference League final tonight.

Oliver Glasner, who is leaving Palace at the end of the season, will hope to sign off in style after overseeing a fine European campaign in which his team have overcome some tricky situations to reach the final and be in with a shot at winning silverware.

Additionally, a win for Palace would also secure them a place in the Europa League next year and give them another season in Europe despite finishing 15th in the Premier League table. However, Rayo Vallecano come into the match unbeaten in nine games and will have their sights on a trophy lift of their own.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Conference League final:

When is the Conference League final?

The Conference League final between Crystal Palace and Rayo Vallecano is at the Red Bull Arena, Leipzig on Wednesday 27 May with kick-off at 8pm BST.

How can I watch?

Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage on the channel from 6.30pm BST. A live stream will also be available via HBO Max and the HBO app.

Team news

Oliver Glasner must juggle some key injury concerns for Crystal Palace with defender Chris Richards a major doubt and Adam Wharton possibly injured after being replaced at the weekend.

Eddie Nketiah is absent with a hamstring issue while Borna Sosa could feature despite missing the Premier League finale against Arsenal. Cheick Doucoure is also out after another injury-hit campaign.

As for Vallecano, they have no injury concerns and can field a full squad in their pursuit of a European title.

Predicted line-ups

Crystal Palace XI: Henderson; Clyne, Lacroix, Canvot; Munoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Sarr, Pino; Mateta

Rayo Vallecano XI: Batalla; Rațiu, Lejeune, Ciss, Chavarría; Oscar Valentín, Lopez, Isi Palazon, Garcia, De Frutos; Alemao

Latest odds

Betting sites have made the Premier League the slight favourites in what should be a close affair with Palace looking to overcome their experienced La Liga opponents in Germany.

Crystal Palace to win – 19/20

Draw – 12/5

Rayo Vallecano to win – 3/1

Latest odds via Betfred.