Conference League Semi-Final Dates Set: Crystal Palace to Face Shakhtar Donetsk
Crystal Palace has advanced to the UEFA Conference League semi-finals after overcoming a second-leg scare against Fiorentina. Despite losing the away match 2-1, the English club progressed with a 4-2 aggregate victory, though they suffered injuries to key players Adam Wharton and Maxence Lacroix. The semi-final draw pairs Palace with Ukrainian giants Shakhtar Donetsk, who defeated AZ Alkmaar 5-2 on aggregate. In the other half of the bracket, French side RC Strasbourg will face Spanish La Liga team Rayo Vallecano. Strasbourg secured their spot by defeating Mainz 05 4-2, while Rayo Vallecano edged past AEK Athens 4-3. The first legs of the semi-finals are scheduled for April 30, 2026, with Shakhtar hosting Palace and Rayo hosting Strasbourg. The return fixtures will take place on May 7, 2026. The winners will meet in the final on May 27, 2026. This marks a significant European campaign for Crystal Palace under manager Oliver Glasner, as they aim to reach their first major European final.
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Conference League Semi-Final Dates Set: Crystal Palace to Face Shakhtar Donetsk
Crystal Palace has advanced to the UEFA Conference League semi-finals after overcoming a second-leg scare against Fiorentina. Despite losing the away match 2-1, the English club progressed with a 4-2 aggregate victory, though they suffered injuries to key players Adam Wharton and Maxence Lacroix. The semi-final draw pairs Palace with Ukrainian giants Shakhtar Donetsk, who defeated AZ Alkmaar 5-2 on aggregate. In the other half of the bracket, French side RC Strasbourg will face Spanish La Liga team Rayo Vallecano. Strasbourg secured their spot by defeating Mainz 05 4-2, while Rayo Vallecano edged past AEK Athens 4-3. The first legs of the semi-finals are scheduled for April 30, 2026, with Shakhtar hosting Palace and Rayo hosting Strasbourg. The return fixtures will take place on May 7, 2026. The winners will meet in the final on May 27, 2026. This marks a significant European campaign for Crystal Palace under manager Oliver Glasner, as they aim to reach their first major European final.
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