Sarr fires Palace into first-ever Conference League final
Sarr fires Palace into first-ever Conference League final
Ismaila Sarr starred as Crystal Palace sealed a 5-2 aggregate win over Shakhtar Donetsk to reach their first Conference League final, sparking celebrations and a humorous statue joke from the manager.
Ismaila Sarr starred as Crystal Palace sealed their place in the Conference League final with a 5-2 aggregate win over Shakhtar Donetsk, reaffirming his status as the competition’s top scorer and delivering another big moment for the Eagles.
Palace built on the first leg advantage and showcased a mix of attacking intent and defensive resolve as they navigated the second leg to secure the historic progress.
After the final whistle, boss Oliver Glasner lightheartedly joked about a Palace statue, a playful nod to a milestone moment as the club prepares for a European final for the first time.
The win marks Palace's maiden appearance in a European final and breathes fresh excitement into their campaign, with fans dreaming of silverware on the continent.
With the job done, the focus now shifts to final preparations and turning their European progress into a potential trophy run, the kind of story that could redefine the club's narrative for years to come.
