Oliver Glasner believes Crystal Palace’s FA Cup glory signals fresh chapter

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Crystal Palace’s landmark FA Cup win against Manchester City has marked the beginning of a new era for the club, with manager Oliver Glasner stressing the need for sustainable progress to ensure the success isn’t just a one-off achievement.

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00:00Crystal Palace's historic FA Cup victory over Manchester City has ushered in a new chapter for the club,

00:08with Oliver Glasner emphasising the importance of sustainable growth to avoid becoming a one-hit wonder.

00:16The 1-0 win, secured by Obrichie Eze's first-half goal, marked Palace's first major trophy in their history

00:23and earned them a spot in the 2025-26 UEFA Europa League.

00:30The biggest achievement we, as football players, football managers, the biggest achievement that we can have,

00:37the biggest success is not then lifting the trophy, the biggest success that we can have, and this is how I feel it is,

00:44we could give ten thousands of our fans, of South Londoner, we could give them a moment for their life.

00:53We can give them great times, we can give them, maybe they have some troubles, some problems at home.

01:00We give them hours and days where they forget all of this, just feeling happy and celebrating.

01:06I think this is the biggest achievement that sportsmen can do.

01:11Following the triumph, Glasner cautioned against making impulsive decisions,

01:16advocating for a measured approach to ensure long-term success.

01:20He highlighted the club's steady progress since their promotion to the Premier League in 2013

01:26and stressed the need to build on this foundation with overextending resources.

01:32Chairman Steve Parrish echoed Glasner's sentiments, acknowledging the challenges of competing in Europe

01:39with the club's current resources.

01:41He expressed a desire to extend Glasner's contract beyond next summer,

01:46recognising the manager's role in the club's recent achievements.

01:51As Palace look ahead to their first season in Europe,

01:54Glasner's leadership and the club's commitment to steady progress will be crucial

01:59in navigating the challenges of balancing domestic and international commitments.

02:05The FA Cup victory serves as a testament to the club's potential

02:09and the beginning of an exciting new era.

02:12Let's see that.

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