Crystal Palace earned a 1-0 win over Fredrikstad in the first leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League playoff on August 22, 2025, at Selhurst Park. The Premier League side secured a minimal but important advantage against the Norwegian opponents in a match where they were expected to win more comfortably. The only goal came from a set-piece in the second half, with a Palace defender powering in a header from a corner. Despite dominating possession and territory, Palace struggled to break down a well-organized Fredrikstad defense and were occasionally vulnerable on the counter-attack. The Norwegian side grew into the game and had a late chance to snatch a famous away draw, but their effort sailed just over the bar. The result leaves the tie delicately balanced for the second leg in Norway, where Fredrikstad will believe they can cause an upset. Palace's manager emphasized the importance of the clean sheet, while Fredrikstad's coach took pride in his team's disciplined performance.