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SOC:Palace make Sage choice for new manager

Pierre Sage has taken over as head coach at English Premier League club Crystal Palace after leaving French cup winners Lens.

The 47-year-old led Lens to its first Coupe de France title last season as well as a second-place finish behind Paris Saint-Germain in the league.

He replaces Oliver Glasner, who chose to leave Selhurst Park after nearly two-and-a-half years at the helm.

"It's amazing to be here at Crystal Palace," Sage said after agreeing a three-year contract on Monday. "I am excited by the history of the club and by recent seasons. Oliver Glasner achieved some amazing things and now I have to do the same. That's why we come here with a lot of ambition."

Glasner helped Palace win the FA Cup in 2025 and the Europa Conference League title last month. They are the only major trophies in the south London club's 120-year history.

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