Crystal Palace Triumph Over AZ Alkmaar in UEFA Conference League
Ismaila Sarr scored twice as Crystal Palace secured a 3-1 victory against AZ Alkmaar at Selhurst Park, lifting their position in the UEFA Conference League standings.
Match Summary
- Maxence Lacroix opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a precise right-footed finish following Marc Guehi's header.
- Earlier, Jean-Philippe Mateta’s penalty was saved by AZ goalkeeper Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro, who had fouled Sarr conceding the spot-kick.
- Sarr increased Palace’s lead just before halftime by capitalizing on a loose ball from a set-piece.
- AZ Alkmaar reduced the deficit in the 54th minute through a deflected attempt by captain Sven Mijnans, which wrong-footed Palace’s goalkeeper Dean Henderson.
Team Performance
Oliver Glasner’s AZ Alkmaar side, which had previously suffered a surprising 1-0 home defeat to Larnaca, struggled to contain Palace’s attacking prowess this time.
AZ Alkmaar remain winless in 11 trips to England.
Key Moments
- Marc Guehi’s cushioned header set up Maxence Lacroix’s opener.
- Ismaila Sarr’s brace marked Palace’s return to winning form in the competition.
The win marks an important boost for Crystal Palace as they continue their European campaign.
Author's Summary
Ismaila Sarr’s two goals propelled Crystal Palace to a crucial 3-1 home win over AZ Alkmaar, breaking the Dutch side’s winless run in England and revitalizing Palace’s Conference League hopes.
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