Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner recently opened up about his decision to substitute Eberechi Eze in the 65th minute during their recent 1-1 draw with Newcastle. Eze, who hails from Greenwich, was making his first start after recovering from a hamstring injury sustained in a previous match. Despite the Eagles being 1-0 down, Glasner decided to bring on youngster Justin Devenny in Eze’s place.
Glasner explained that managing Eze’s return from injury was always part of the plan, similar to how they handled Eddie Nketiah. He praised the medical team and staff for their hard work in getting the players back on the field earlier than expected. He also highlighted the impressive performances of Jefferson Lerma and Cheick Doucoure, who were both returning from injuries as well.
Looking ahead, Crystal Palace has upcoming matches against Ipswich on Tuesday night and Manchester City next Saturday. The team will need to carefully manage the players’ fitness and recovery to ensure they perform at their best in these crucial fixtures.
The draw against Newcastle may not have been the ideal result, but Glasner remains optimistic about the team’s performance and the progress of the injured players. As they prepare for the upcoming matches, the focus will be on maintaining the players’ fitness levels and making strategic decisions to secure valuable points in the league.
Overall, Glasner’s insights shed light on the challenges of managing injured players and the importance of a strong medical team in supporting the players’ recovery. Crystal Palace fans can look forward to seeing their favorite players back in action and hopefully delivering positive results in the upcoming fixtures.
