Crystal Palace face AEK Larnaca for the second time this season at Selhurst Park – on this occasion, the first leg of our UEFA Conference League Round of 16 tie – this Thursday (12th March, 20:00 GMT).
If you're going to the game, please check this guide – which will be kept up-to-date with the latest matchday information – before travelling.
A limited number of tickets remain on sale for Thursday evening’s all-important match at Selhurst Park – no Membership required to book.
Click here for more information or click here to buy tickets.
A small number of Premium Hospitality packages for this match are also available – with special guests you can talk to including (depending on experience) Vince Hilaire, Jim Cannon and Darren Ambrose!
We are currently not aware of any expected train issues on matchday, with local operators reporting a normal service for this game.
Supporters are, as always, advised to check the latest information via TFL before they depart for the ground, and leave plenty of time for your journey.
All ticket holders are kindly reminded to please download your match tickets to your iOS, Google or Android ticket wallet before travelling to ensure smooth access to the stadium. You can find out how to do so here.
Before arriving, please ensure that the pass in your phone wallet is for this fixture (Crystal Palace v AEK Larnaca).
To download your new pass via the Official Palace App, please follow the steps below:
Once your ticket is stored in your mobile device's digital wallet, you will not need internet access for it to work at the turnstiles, but your device will need to be switched on.
Turnstiles open at 18:00 GMT ahead of the 20:00 kick-off.
Supporters in certain parts of the ground might notice a new kind of turnstile in operation at their usual entrance to Selhurst Park for Thursday's fixture.
These new turnstiles have a screen with the below instructions:
As per the above diagram, should your ticket be in your digital ticket wallet, you can simply tap your mobile device at the top of the screen before entering.
Alternatively, if you have a barcode on your ticket, you can show this to the camera at the bottom of the screen to scan your ticket and enter.
These new readers are designed to make supporters' entrance to the ground quicker and smoother.
Mobile phone chargers are available at the Information Centre on a matchday, should you need to use them to access your ticket.
Make sure you follow the Crystal Palace WhatsApp Channel, our dedicated matchday service for our fans to receive important updates.
To follow Palace on WhatsApp Channels, simply click the link here on a device which has WhatsApp installed.
The Channel will serve as the home of matchday information, ensuring match-going supporters are kept as up-to-date as possible, as well as being sent the latest matchday content, including press conferences, team news and results. Find out more here.
Supporters planning to drive should note that no parking will be available in the Sainsbury’s car park ahead of Thursday evening’s match.
Fans should also be aware that Sainsbury's store will close at 17:00 GMT.
Supporters are reminded that antisocial behaviour of any kind – which includes inappropriate or offensive chanting – is strictly prohibited at Selhurst Park.
Please be mindful of your fellow fans at all times, particularly younger supporters among us, and help us to generate a positive atmosphere to accompany this historic occasion for South London.
A safe and respectful matchday environment for all is vital for protecting the game we love. Thank you for your continued support.
Don’t have time to make it home before the game? Supporters are encouraged to make their way to the ground early, and enjoy live entertainment and great offers in our Fanzone – ideal for a pre-match get together!
The Fanzone opens at 17:00 GMT, so get down early and soak up the atmosphere ahead of kick-off.
Supporters will enjoy live performances from the incredible Britain's Got Talent runner-up Wayne Woodward, along with competitions, giveaways and more live entertainment – and maybe even a surprise appearance from a Palace legend!
What's more, for our younger supporters, we're excited to introduce Crystals Corner! This dance workshop with the wonderful Crystals starts at 18:00 – so head to the back of the Fanzone to meet them, and join in the fun!
Make the most of our Early Bird offers in the Fanzone, available until 45 minutes before kick-off:
There is something for everyone with our Meal Deal offerings in the Fanzone:
Perfect for families looking to fuel up before kick-off!
Inside Selhurst Park, you can also enjoy a refreshed menu across many of our food and drinks concourses – perfect for pre-match dinner plans.
For this game, we're offering a matchday special of Beef Brisket Loaded Chips, served with jalapenos, crispy onions & garlic aioli, priced at £8.50.
They’ll be exclusively available in the Upper & Lower Holmesdale, and the Eagles’ Nest outlet in the Main Stand.
Other stands around Selhurst also offer a range of Early Bird offers (available up to 45 minutes before kick-off) and great-value Meal Deals, which may vary by location - so be sure to check out the menus in your concourse!
Please note that Selhurst Park is a cashless stadium. Selhurst Park’s food and drink concourses are cashless – so bring your payment card. Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
Supporters are permitted to bring bags into Selhurst Park, provided that they are small enough to fit safely beneath your seat.
Larger bags will need to be dropped off at the dedicated bag drop facility located in the main car park, at the information point. This facility will be managed by the Crystal Palace staff and is free of charge.
Please note that supporters will be required to remove all lids from bottles of 500ml or less before entering Selhurst Park. Bottles over 500ml are not permitted.
Supporters are advised to arrive early to enjoy the full pre-match experience.
Before the entrance of the two teams, at around 19:50-19:55 GMT, there will be a light show containing flashing images, lights and entertainment.
Supporters will receive notice prior to the light show commencing. Any supporters who suffer from light sensitivity should head to the concourses if affected.
Crystal Palace would like to remind supporters that acts of discrimination, including inappropriate chanting, violence and entering the field of play, are criminal offences – which can result in criminal convictions and banning orders.
As a club, we are clear that everyone is welcome at Palace. We will not tolerate racial or homophobic chants or discriminating comments towards a particular individual, or group of individuals, at Selhurst Park.
If you witness any such behaviour, please report it to the club by emailing customer.service@cpfc.co.uk and inclusion@cpfc.co.uk with details.
For the safety of all supporters:
From fans, to stewards and players, we all have a role to play in keeping each other safe on matchdays – so please be mindful of your fellow fans.
Our Information Centre will be open from 17:00, with staff on hand to advise and assist supporters with queries.
The Selhurst Park club shop is open from 09:00, with our brand new set of ‘Europe via SE25’ tees available – plus more appareil to accompany our Conference League adventure, including the European collection (below)!
The Road to Leipzig lies in front of us – and the best way to follow it is with your free UEFA Conference League knockout-round wallchart, inside this week's special-edition matchday programme!
Featuring a spectacular, collectable glittering foil cover; more new Europe-focused features; and an exclusive feature-length interview with '90s cult hero Dean Gordon, who played over 200 times for the Eagles across three Premier League stints, before a later switch to Cyprus – this porgramme is another must-have collectable in our ongoing European adventure.
What's more, we’ve got the full lowdown on our Cypriot opponents AEK Larnaca, including a tactical breakdown of our previous meeting at Selhurst Park.
This edition also has all your regular favourites, including Oliver Glasner's latest notes, plus words from captain Dean Henderson, Chairman Steve Parish – and more... Trust us – you won’t want to miss it!
You can get your special edition programme from vendors around the ground for just £3.50.
Crystal Palace v AEK Larnaca
