How to watch Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad for free

Crystal Palace take on Norwegian opposition Fredrikstad in UEFA Europa Conference League qualifying - a match that has been preceded by multiple off-field shocks.

First an foremost was Palace's place in this specific European competition. Oliver Glasner's side had, initially, won a spot in the 2025/26 Europa League for being victorious in last season's FA Cup final.

However, this summer they became embroiled in a legal battle - with UEFA - over multi-club ownership rules. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) eventually ruled in the governing body's favour, meaning that the Eagles have been forced into the Europa Conference League instead of the Europa League.

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So, Palace now find themselves in the position of having to defeat Fredrikstad over two qualifying legs in order to secure their place in the competition's league phase.

Additionally, the gamed appeared as if it could have been Eberechi Eze's final appearance in blue and red. The 27-year-old has been subject of an extraordinary transfer hijack across London.

Tottenham Hotspur looked set to win with an agreement close to £68m in place. North London rivals Arsenal then emerged to also reach an agreement with Palace, and the player has opted for the Emirates Stadium.

Here, football.london provides all the details of how to watch the action;

What time does Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad kick-off?

The Europa Conference League qualifying opener between Palace and Fredrikstad will take place at Selhurst Park on Thursday, August 21. Kick-off is scheduled for 8.00pm in the UK.

Is Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad being shown live on TV?

Yes, Palace vs Fredrikstad will be available to watch on UK television - even better is the fact that it's been made available to all on free-to-watch TV.

Europa Conference League qualifying are not part of the main UEFA broadcasting package, the rights to which are currently held by TNT Sports - who require a subscription to tune in. This allowed Channel 5 to acquire the rights to Palace's two-legged tie against their Norwegian opposition on an opportunistic basis.

Coverage is due to begin on both Channel 5 and Channel 5 HD at 7.30pm, half-an=hour before kick-off.

In the United States, supporters have a choice as the game will be available to watch live on Paramount+ and TNT, each requiring a paid subscription. In Norway, the match is available to watch with a VG+ subscription.

How to live stream Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad

If you are unable to sit down and watch Palace vs Fredrikstad on TV, fear not as you will also be available to live stream the fixture through Channel 5's My5 service. The service is available as an app, on up-to-date desktop and mobile devices, at no extra cost.

Alternatively, football.london will, of course, be keeping a watch of Palace - and Eze in particular.