Crystal Palace’s wait to learn whether they can participate in the Europa League next season has been extended. A decision from UEFA, initially expected on Friday, has been pushed back to Monday at the earliest, prolonging the uncertainty surrounding the club’s European campaign. At the heart of the inquiry is Palace’s ownership structure and whether it violates UEFA’s rules on multi-club ownership.
Crystal Palace’s long-awaited European debut hangs in the balance, with UEFA set to rule on their eligibility for the Europa League due to multi-club ownership links with Lyon. A decision is expected by Friday as Palace hope the recent sale of John Textor’s stake and Lyon’s shock relegation will clear the path.
Premier League champs Liverpool will face FA Cup winners Crystal Palace in the 2025 Community Shield, with date, kick-off timings and other key details for the FA's showpiece curtain-raiser now out.
Crystal Palace have reportedly received a massive boost to their Europa League aspirations after John Textor's Lyon were forcibly relegated from Ligue 1 over financial concerns.