News · 30 April 2026
Crystal Palace Target First European Final in Conference League
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Crystal Palace face Shakhtar Donetsk tonight in the UEFA Conference League semi-final first leg, bidding to reach the final and potentially claim only their second major trophy. Shakhtar, managed by Arda Turan, are on course for the Ukrainian Premier League title, holding an eight-point lead with five games left. Shakhtar beat AZ Alkmaar 5-2 on aggregate in the quarter-finals. Kick-off is at 8pm BST.
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