USMNT's Chris Richards watches as Crystal Palace claims first European trophy in 120 years
Chris Richards of the USMNT watched from the bench as Crystal Palace won their first European trophy in 120 years. The team secured a 1-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano in the UEFA Conference League final. Richards was unable to play due to an ankle injury sustained earlier in May.
- ▪Crystal Palace won their first European trophy in 120 years.
- ▪They defeated Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League final.
- ▪Chris Richards was sidelined due to an ankle injury sustained on May 17.
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