Crystal Palace was demoted to the Conference League due to John Textor's breach of UEFA's multi-club ownership rules, which prevent ownership conflicts in competition. The demotion followed Lyon's reinstatement in the French league after an appeal. Club chairman Steve Parish expressed deep disappointment, characterizing the decision as devastating for supporters, players, and staff. He emphasized that many football fans would consider the demotion an egregious injustice and indicated plans to appeal the ruling to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Parish criticized UEFA's handling of the situation, suggesting it reflects poorly on the organization.
"Obviously we're devastated. We're devastated for, most importantly, the supporters. I think the supporters of all clubs should be devastated for us because this is the dream."
"I think most right-minded football fans will see what a terrible injustice this is for the football club, one that I dearly hope somebody can remedy because I do believe that nobody in football wants to see this."
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