Analysis: Injury woes for Glasner before final
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner faces injury challenges ahead of the Conference League final. Key players Chris Richards and Chadi Riad sustained injuries during a recent match, raising concerns about their availability. Despite a strong performance against Brentford, the team could not secure a win, adding to Glasner's worries as they prepare for the final against Rayo Vallecano.
- ▪Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace lost to Bournemouth 3-0 before winning against Shakhtar Donetsk in the semi-finals.
- ▪Chris Richards and Chadi Riad both suffered injuries during the match against Brentford.
- ▪Richards' injury makes him a doubt for the upcoming final against Rayo Vallecano.
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