Crystal Palace vs. Lech Poznan - News - September 17, 2026

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Dean Henderson - Could return after break Henderson is more likely than Jean-Philippe Mateta to return after the international break, according to Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage, per Christopher Reidy: "I think Dean wi...

Impact Henderson is now expected to return before Jean-Philippe Mateta after the international break, with manager Pierre Sage expressing greater confidence in the goalkeeper's recovery. While the manager has not provided a firm date, Henderson's return appears to be further along, whereas Mateta's timeline remains more uncertain. Once available, Henderson should immediately resume his role as Palace's first-choice goalkeeper, having made 119 appearances and kept 38 clean sheets for the club.

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Jean-Philippe Mateta - Return remains uncertain Mateta remains uncertain to return after the international break, with Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage saying he is less certain to return than Dean Henderson, per Christopher R...

Impact Mateta has been sidelined since August after suffering a hamstring injury shortly before Palace's loss to Manchester City and has missed the club's subsequent matches. While a return after the international break remains possible, manager Pierre Sage indicated that Mateta's timeline is less clear and that he may need another two weeks before a more definitive update can be given. Mateta started the season as Palace's leading option up front, playing 63 minutes in the Premier League opener against Everton, and should compete to reclaim that role once available.

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Ismaila Sarr - Could start against Leeds Sarr could start Sunday's match against Leeds United, though he does not expect the winger to play the full 90 minutes, according to coach Pierre Sage, per Christopher Reidy: "To s...

Impact Sarr made his first appearance of the 2026/27 campaign Thursday after recovering from a groin issue, creating one scoring chance in 16 minutes as a substitute against Lech Poznan. His progression now puts him in contention for his first start of the season, though manager Pierre Sage's comments suggest his minutes will likely remain managed. Sarr scored nine goals in the Premier League last season and should compete with Yeremy Pino, Daichi Kamada and Dwight McNeil for a role in the attacking midfield group as he builds back to full match fitness.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ismaila Sarr - Logs 16 minutes against Lech Sarr created one scoring chance over 16 minutes of play as a substitute in Thursday's UEFA Europa League win over Lech Poznan.

Impact Sarr finally earned his first appearance of the 2026/27 campaign following his recovery from a groin issue. His comeback means great news for a squad that had him as its second-best scorer with nine goals in the previous Premier League campaign. The attacker, who also scored four goals and one assist across four games played for Senegal at the World Cup, could be a solid threat if he continues to progress towards a consistent role. In that case, he'll threaten Yeremy Pino, Daichi Kamada and Dwight McNeil for playing time in the attacking midfield zone.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Eddie Nketiah - Scores as substitute in UEL win Nketiah scored a goal in 16 minutes of play during Thursday's UEFA Europa League win over Lech Poznan.

Impact Nketiah returned from a short absence, replacing striker Jorgen Strand Larsen for the final stretch of the midweek match. The versatile forward had previously assisted in his last EPL start before suffering a mild injury, and he regained momentum with a left-footed strike in his return to action. While he might not see 90-minute outings right away, he'll look to remain a viable option in the rotation with both Strand Larsen and Yeremy Pino in striker and No. 10 spots, respectively.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ismaila Sarr - Makes bench Thursday Sarr (groin) is on the bench for Thursday's Europa League match against Lech Poznan.

Impact Sarr was described as a "possibility" for Thursday's European debut after returning to training this week, and he's earned a spot on the bench. Sarr has yet to play this season, and the Eagles are likely to bring him back into the squad slowly to avoid another injury.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Eddie Nketiah - Available off bench in Europa League Nketiah (undisclosed) is on the bench for Thursday's Europa League match against Lech Poznan.

Impact Nketiah was described as "a possibility" for the Eagles' European debut, and he'll wait for an opportunity off the bench. Nketiah has yet to score this season and has one assist, four shots and four chances created in three EPL starts in 2026/27.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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