Crystal Palace Defeats AZ Alkmaar 3-1 in UEFA Conference League
Ismaila Sarr scored twice as Crystal Palace secured a 3-1 victory against AZ Alkmaar at Selhurst Park, marking their return to winning form in the UEFA Conference League.
Match Highlights
- Maxence Lacroix opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a precise right-footed strike following a header from Marc Guehi.
- Jean-Philippe Mateta missed a penalty earlier, saved by AZ goalkeeper Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro, who had fouled Sarr to concede the penalty.
- Sarr doubled the lead just before half-time, finishing from close range after a set-piece confusion by AZ's defense.
- AZ Alkmaar pulled a goal back in the 54th minute when captain Sven Mijnans' deflected shot deceived Dean Henderson, setting up a more competitive second half.
Team Performance and Context
AZ Alkmaar had a disappointing previous game with a 1-0 home loss to Larnaca but faced no such trouble conceding three goals this time.
"AZ Alkmaar remain winless in 11 trips to England."
Goal Scorers
- Crystal Palace: Maxence Lacroix, Ismaila Sarr (2 goals)
- AZ Alkmaar: Sven Mijnans (1 goal)
Summary
Crystal Palace's strong home performance, highlighted by Sarr's brace, has improved their standing in the UEFA Conference League, while AZ Alkmaar continues to struggle on English soil.
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