Overview
- Ismaila Sarr struck twice, the second from Jean-Philippe Mateta’s through ball after the striker had a penalty saved by Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro.
- Maxence Lacroix opened the scoring with a half-volley as several first-half VAR checks confirmed key decisions.
- AZ arrived on a five-game winning run in all competitions, and Sven Mijnans’ deflected strike briefly cut the deficit before Palace restored control.
- The result moved Palace up to ninth in the league-phase standings, restoring momentum in their European campaign.
- Adam Wharton was available after illness, Chadi Riad was included in the squad as he continues his comeback, and Eddie Nketiah remained out; the 8pm match at Selhurst Park aired on TNT Sports 1 via discovery+.