Crystal Palace, having won the FA Cup, was initially expected to play in the Europa League. However, UEFA's recent ruling, following Olympique Lyon's successful appeal against relegation from Ligue 1, altered this outcome. As Lyon secured a place in the UEFA competition, Palace found themselves relegated to the Europa Conference League. Chairman Steve Parish expressed deep disappointment, stating the situation felt like a severe injustice to the club, highlighting the emotional toll of the decision made by UEFA.
"We're devastated, it's a terrible injustice for the club" Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish on UEFA's decision to demote the club from the Europa League to the Conference League.
After Olympique Lyon won their appeal against relegation from Ligue 1 and secured their own place in the European second-tier competition, Palace have been demoted.
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