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Crystal Palace Begins Europa League Preparations After Historic FA Cup Triumph

Manager Oliver Glasner is confirmed to stay next season as the club plans squad reinforcements and navigates key player departures.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - May 20, 2025 Crystal Palace's Eddie Nketiah celebrates scoring their second goal with Will Hughes REUTERS/Tony O Brien
Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - May 20, 2025 Crystal Palace's Eddie Nketiah scores their second goal REUTERS/Tony O Brien
Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - May 20, 2025 Crystal Palace's Eddie Nketiah scores their first goal REUTERS/Tony O Brien
Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - May 20, 2025 Crystal Palace's Eddie Nketiah celebrates scoring their first goal Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra

Overview

  • Crystal Palace secured their first FA Cup in the club's 119-year history with a 1-0 victory over Manchester City, earning a spot in next season's Europa League.
  • Chairman Steve Parish confirmed that Oliver Glasner will remain as manager for the upcoming season, with discussions underway to extend his contract beyond 2026.
  • The club plans to strengthen its squad for European competition, targeting two defenders and two attackers, while managing the likely departure of Marc Guéhi, who has one year left on his contract.
  • Injuries to Marc Guéhi and Adam Wharton sustained during the FA Cup final are being monitored, with Guéhi expected to recover in time for England's June matches.
  • Glasner emphasized a cautious growth strategy, avoiding overspending and maintaining the club's steady development trajectory despite their European qualification.