Sports · 10 April 2026

Palace takes big step to European semi-finals

Crystal Palace looks set to advance to the Conference League semi-finals after a strong performance. They secured a 3-0 victory over Fiorentina in the first leg of their maiden European quarter-final held at Selhurst Park. Goals from Jean-Philippe Mateta, Tyrick Mitchell, and Ismaila Sarr sealed the win against the two-time finalists.

By BriefTea Editorial · 10 April 2026 at 8:51

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