Palace reach Conference League semi-finals

Football

Crystal Palace defeated Fiorentina over two legs to secure a place in the UEFA Conference League semi-finals.

The Crystal Palace men's first team progressed to the semi-finals of the UEFA Conference League following a two-legged victory against Italian side Fiorentina. The result keeps the South London club in contention for a European trophy following its FA Cup success during the previous season. Palace now wait to discover their next opponents as they seek to reach a major European final.

Oliver Glasner's side remains active in continental competition after a period of improved form, according to Sky Sports. The club occupies a stable position in the Premier League table while balancing European fixtures, per the Premier League. This progression marks the first time Palace have reached the final four of a major UEFA tournament.

Squad members have maintained fitness through the quarter-final stage, with no fresh injury concerns reported following the second leg. The team aims to build on the momentum of its domestic cup win from 2024-25. Crystal Palace officials expressed satisfaction with the performance, noting the historical significance of the achievement for the club.

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