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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Philip Duncan

Crystal Palace grind out result to qualify for Conference League

  • Crystal Palace secured their place in the Conference League group stage after a goalless draw against Fredrikstad.
  • The result gave Palace a 1-0 aggregate victory, following Jean-Philippe Mateta's goal in the first leg at Selhurst Park.
  • This marks Crystal Palace's debut appearance in the group stage of a major European competition.
  • The match in Norway, played on an artificial pitch, saw few clear-cut opportunities for either side.
  • The draw extended Palace's unbeaten run in all competitions to 13 matches, equalling a club record for a top-flight side.

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Crystal Palace secure league phase spot in Conference League with drab draw in Norway

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