Crystal Palace's Glasner Emphasizes Team Focus Ahead of FA Cup Final Showdown with Manchester City
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Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner expressed a strong focus on his team's performance rather than their opponents, Manchester City, ahead of the FA Cup final. Glasner, who will be the first Austrian to lead a team in the final, highlighted the importance of Palace's own game plan and confidence going into the match at Wembley. Despite being 12th in the Premier League, Palace have shown strong form in the cup, beating Fulham and Aston Villa impressively. The team's preparation includes defensive adjustments to counter Manchester City's scoring prowess, with all players reported fit for the crucial game.
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Oliver Glasner, Crystal Palace's manager, emphasizes a 90% focus on his team's performance rather than on Manchester City in the lead-up to the FA Cup final.
Crystal Palace, despite being 12th in the Premier League, have shown strong form in the FA Cup, defeating Fulham and Aston Villa convincingly.
Glasner acknowledges the need for defensive adjustments against Manchester City, who have previously outscored Palace despite Palace managing to score in each encounter.
All Crystal Palace players are reported fit for the final, including midfielder Adam Wharton who missed a recent league game.
Palace fans are preparing to support their team with a significant 'tifo' display at Wembley, following a successful fundraising campaign.
