🔗 Share this article Uche Fuels Comfortable Palace Triumph at Irish Side Shelbourne. Even though entering their first-ever European campaign, Crystal Palace are learning at a rapid pace. Without star players like striker Jean-Philippe Mateta and defender Daniel Muñoz, the Eagles departed Dublin with a comfortable win that virtually secures them a place in the Conference League qualifying rounds. Another three points in their next fixture against Finland's KuPS ought to be enough to secure straight entry to the last 16, particularly after a previous setback against Strasbourg. Squad Members Seize the Moment This match provided a chance for several Palace's lesser-used players to impress. Christantus Uche, in only his second beginning since joining on loan from Getafe, opened the account with a well-taken goal. Striker Eddie Nketiah added a another, finding the net for the second game in succession. A Shelbourne team that had concluded their domestic season proved no match against a largely rotated Palace outfit. The visitors were further weakened by the reports that Mateta and Muñoz are out with knee injuries. Control Established from the Start In spite of heavy rain in Dublin, Palace quickly took control. A flowing move in the 11th minute, initiated by Daichi Kamada's incisive pass, allowed Nketiah to set up Uche for a simple finish. Midfielder Adam Wharton came close soon after, driving a powerful shot over the bar. Nketiah subsequently appealed for a penalty after racing into the box, but the official waved away the protests. The formerArsenal man did not have wait long to get his goal, prodding home from close range after Uche's effort had hit the post. The home side were clinging on for dear life. Full-back Kameron Ledwidge was fortunate to avoid a booking for a couple of robust tackles on Yeremy Pino, before Chris Richards rattled the woodwork with a powerful header from a corner. Pino Seals the Game The contest was effectively over eight minutes from half-time. Yeremy Pino weaved past some comically weak challenges before calmly slotting a shot past goalkeeper Wessel Speel to make it 3-0. After the break, manager Oliver Glasner seized the opportunity to rest several individuals like Kamada and Wharton. Substitute Romain Esse almost scoring his very first touch, only to see his shot blocked. The youngster was incredibly unlucky later on, seeing one shot crash off both posts before being clasped on the line. Uche then blazed a glaring chance, showing there is still room for development in his game. The only worry for Palace was a second-half knock to Justin Devenny, who limped off. This paved the way for 17-year-old striker Benji Casey to make his senior debut, rounding off an otherwise perfect night for the traveling side.
Even though entering their first-ever European campaign, Crystal Palace are learning at a rapid pace. Without star players like striker Jean-Philippe Mateta and defender Daniel Muñoz, the Eagles departed Dublin with a comfortable win that virtually secures them a place in the Conference League qualifying rounds. Another three points in their next fixture against Finland's KuPS ought to be enough to secure straight entry to the last 16, particularly after a previous setback against Strasbourg. Squad Members Seize the Moment This match provided a chance for several Palace's lesser-used players to impress. Christantus Uche, in only his second beginning since joining on loan from Getafe, opened the account with a well-taken goal. Striker Eddie Nketiah added a another, finding the net for the second game in succession. A Shelbourne team that had concluded their domestic season proved no match against a largely rotated Palace outfit. The visitors were further weakened by the reports that Mateta and Muñoz are out with knee injuries. Control Established from the Start In spite of heavy rain in Dublin, Palace quickly took control. A flowing move in the 11th minute, initiated by Daichi Kamada's incisive pass, allowed Nketiah to set up Uche for a simple finish. Midfielder Adam Wharton came close soon after, driving a powerful shot over the bar. Nketiah subsequently appealed for a penalty after racing into the box, but the official waved away the protests. The formerArsenal man did not have wait long to get his goal, prodding home from close range after Uche's effort had hit the post. The home side were clinging on for dear life. Full-back Kameron Ledwidge was fortunate to avoid a booking for a couple of robust tackles on Yeremy Pino, before Chris Richards rattled the woodwork with a powerful header from a corner. Pino Seals the Game The contest was effectively over eight minutes from half-time. Yeremy Pino weaved past some comically weak challenges before calmly slotting a shot past goalkeeper Wessel Speel to make it 3-0. After the break, manager Oliver Glasner seized the opportunity to rest several individuals like Kamada and Wharton. Substitute Romain Esse almost scoring his very first touch, only to see his shot blocked. The youngster was incredibly unlucky later on, seeing one shot crash off both posts before being clasped on the line. Uche then blazed a glaring chance, showing there is still room for development in his game. The only worry for Palace was a second-half knock to Justin Devenny, who limped off. This paved the way for 17-year-old striker Benji Casey to make his senior debut, rounding off an otherwise perfect night for the traveling side.