Glasner Provides Injury Updates on Wharton and Lacroix After Palace Advance
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has provided injury updates on key players Adam Wharton and Maxence Lacroix following the team's progression to the Conference League semi-finals. Despite losing 2-1 to Fiorentina in the second leg, Palace advanced 4-2 on aggregate. However, the match was marred by injuries, with both Wharton and Lacroix forced off in the first half. Glasner confirmed that Wharton suffered an adductor injury, similar to a previous issue that removed him from the England squad, though it does not appear serious. Lacroix sustained a painful knee knock involving the medial ligament after foot-to-foot contact. The manager emphasized the need for further assessment before their next European fixture against Shakhtar Donetsk on April 30. While celebrating the historic achievement of reaching the semi-finals, Glasner acknowledged the challenge of upcoming Premier League matches against West Ham and Liverpool. He also noted the technical threat posed by Shakhtar, highlighting their Brazilian-heavy lineup, as the team prepares for the next stage of their European campaign amidst a congested schedule.
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Glasner Provides Injury Updates on Wharton and Lacroix After Palace Advance
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has provided injury updates on key players Adam Wharton and Maxence Lacroix following the team's progression to the Conference League semi-finals. Despite losing 2-1 to Fiorentina in the second leg, Palace advanced 4-2 on aggregate. However, the match was marred by injuries, with both Wharton and Lacroix forced off in the first half. Glasner confirmed that Wharton suffered an adductor injury, similar to a previous issue that removed him from the England squad, though it does not appear serious. Lacroix sustained a painful knee knock involving the medial ligament after foot-to-foot contact. The manager emphasized the need for further assessment before their next European fixture against Shakhtar Donetsk on April 30. While celebrating the historic achievement of reaching the semi-finals, Glasner acknowledged the challenge of upcoming Premier League matches against West Ham and Liverpool. He also noted the technical threat posed by Shakhtar, highlighting their Brazilian-heavy lineup, as the team prepares for the next stage of their European campaign amidst a congested schedule.
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