'If Kane scored that we'd be saying wow' - Strand Larsen shows Palace worth
Jorgen Strand Larsen scored a crucial goal for Crystal Palace in their 3-1 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk in the Conference League semi-final first leg, marking his first European goal and providing a significant boost ahead of the second leg. The strike, praised for its composure and finesse, came after a challenging start to his Palace career following a £48 million transfer. With contributions from Mateta and Sarr, Palace now hold a strong position to reach their first major European final.
- ▪Jorgen Strand Larsen scored his first European goal in Crystal Palace's 3-1 win over Shakhtar Donetsk in the Conference League semi-final first leg.
- ▪Strand Larsen joined Crystal Palace from Wolverhampton Wanderers in February 2026 for a fee up to £48 million.
- ▪The match took place in Krakow, Poland, with the second leg scheduled for Selhurst Park on 7 May 2026.
- ▪Ismaila Sarr is the top scorer in this season's Conference League with eight goals, five of which came in the knockout stages.
- ▪Former Tottenham player Glenn Hoddle compared Strand Larsen's goal favorably to what would be expected if Harry Kane had scored it.
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