Crystal Palace turn their focus back to continental action this Thursday with a 17:45 GMT kickoff against TSG Hoffenheim at Selhurst Park. Desperate to bounce back from recent domestic setbacks, Pierre Sage's side have the ideal opportunity to reset under the lights and build on their solid European return. With the Holmesdale behind them, the Eagles have the midfield quality and transition threat to take the game to the Bundesliga side and secure a vital three points toward knockout qualification.

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In this episode, we break down individual performances from a grueling 2-0 defeat at Spurs. We dissect Jean-Philippe Mateta's costly 12th-minute red card, the immense defensive shift from Dean Henderson and the backline with ten men, and how Pierre Sage managed the uphill battle under relentless pressure.

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A deflating afternoon at Selhurst Park saw Crystal Palace punished for missed chances as Newcastle struck twice shortly after the restart to take a 2-0 win. Pierre Sage named an unchanged lineup from Thursday's demanding trip to Istanbul, and the Eagles were clearly the brighter side throughout an energetic first half, penning the visitors back without finding the decisive touch.

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