Crystal Palace secured a 3‑1 victory over Nottingham Forest at Selhurst Park, denying Oliver Glasner a successful return to the Premier League with his former club. The match ended with Palace’s fans celebrating a hard‑earned win, while Forest’s early advantage slipped away.
The game began with Forest taking the lead, but Palace quickly responded. Palace’s attackers found the net twice, restoring the advantage and eventually extending it to a comfortable margin. Forest’s lone goal came early, but the team failed to maintain the momentum, and Palace’s defense held firm for the remainder of the match.
Glasner, who had recently re‑joined Crystal Palace, expressed frustration over the loss. He had hoped to make a positive impact in his first game back, but the team’s inability to hold onto the early lead left him disappointed. Palace’s manager praised the squad’s resilience, noting the importance of learning from the defeat.
With the win, Crystal Palace moves up the table, while Nottingham Forest remains in a challenging position as they look to recover form. The result will be a key talking point for both clubs as they prepare for their next fixtures.