Betting preview for Besiktas hosting Crystal Palace in Europe

Crystal Palace face a tough trip to Istanbul to play Besiktas in the Europa League.

Written by the BettingEdgeHub desk, 20 October 2026

Thursday night brings a huge Europa League clash as Crystal Palace travel to Turkey to face Besiktas. Both teams enter this fixture needing a strong result after suffering defeats in their domestic matches over the weekend. Pundits and odds compilers have taken note of recent form, leading to movement in the outright markets.

Besiktas home strength

Besiktas suffered a disappointing two goal loss against Trabzonspor recently. However, their European form has been exceptional with a four one win against Marseille and a three two victory over Hoffenheim. Vincenzo Italiano leads a side that has won all nine of their competitive home matches this season.

Dusan Vlahovic has recovered from illness to lead the attack for the home side. Milot Rashica remains out due to a muscle injury picked up in September. New arrivals Leandro Trossard and Alexander Nubel are both expected to feature from the start.

Crystal Palace under pressure

Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage is under severe pressure following a five goal thrashing against Brighton. The visitors also lost three two against Lyon in their previous European outing. Conceding eight goals across their last two fixtures highlights massive defensive frailties that opponents will target.

Dean Henderson remains sidelined with a foot injury for the away team. Chelsea loanee Axel Disasi could start despite a domestic suspension. Jean Philippe Mateta is pushing for his first start since August after a substitute appearance against Brighton.

Betting market impact

Bookmakers currently price Besiktas at 13/10 with BetUS to secure the victory. Their flawless home record makes them shorter in the betting market for this fixture. Meanwhile, the defensive struggles of Crystal Palace mean their odds drift significantly as punters back the hosts.

What it means for a bet

Backing Besiktas at 13/10 looks the smart play given their flawless home record and the defensive crisis at Crystal Palace.

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