Eagles Soar with Fifth Consecutive Away Win Under Glasner
Oliver Glasner celebrated his one-year anniversary at Crystal Palace in style, masterminding a 2-0 victory against in-form Fulham at Craven Cottage. This tactical triumph marked Palace’s fifth consecutive away win – a remarkable achievement that showcases the Austrian manager’s growing influence on this squad.
Match Breakdown: How Palace Outfoxed Fulham
First Half: Defensive Discipline Pays Off
Fulham dominated possession early (65% in first 20 minutes) but Palace‘s compact 3-4-3 formation frustrated Marco Silva’s side. The breakthrough came against the run of play when Joachim Andersen’s own goal from a corner gave Palace the lead – though defender Maxence Lacroix claimed the final touch during his celebration.
Second Half: Clinical Counterattacking
Palace doubled their lead through Daniel Munoz’s superb finish after a rapid counterattack initiated by Jean-Philippe Mateta. VAR controversially disallowed an earlier Eze-Mateta combination, but Palace’s threat on the break was undeniable throughout.
Betbuzz365 Player Ratings Spotlight
Standout Performers:
- Eberechi Eze (8/10): The creative heartbeat of Palace, completing 4 dribbles and maintaining 89% pass accuracy
- Daniel Munoz (8/10): Scored the clincher and epitomized the modern wing-back role
- Marc Guehi (7/10): Commanding at the back, limiting Fulham to zero shots on target
Fulham’s Disappointments:
- Andersen (3/10): Own goal and struggled against Palace’s pace
- Berge (4/10): Overrun in midfield when Palace countered
Tactical Analysis: Why Palace’s System Works
Glasner has implemented a perfectly balanced 3-4-3 that transforms into a 5-2-3 defensively. As Betbuzz365 football analyst James Wilson notes: “Palace‘s mid-block pressing triggers are exceptionally well-drilled. They allow certain passes to provoke opponents before springing their trap.”
Key tactical elements:
- Disciplined zonal marking
- Rapid transition from defense to attack
- Intelligent use of Eze as a floating playmaker
Manager Reactions: Contrasting Moods
Marco Silva’s Frustration
“We moved the ball too slowly. Our final decision-making wasn’t at the required level today,” admitted the Fulham boss, who also criticized referee decisions.
Glasner’s Satisfaction
“When we’re this disciplined, we’re tough to play against,” said the Palace manager, praising his team’s organization and counterattacking threat.
The Bigger Picture: Palace’s Potential
With 24 away points (compared to just 11 at home), Palace‘s away form suggests top-half quality. As Betbuzz365 statistics show:
- 5 consecutive away wins (including at Man Utd)
- 7 clean sheets in last 10 matches
- Eze directly involved in 8 goals in his last 10 starts
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Fulham must regroup quickly with European aspirations fading, while Palace face Aston Villa in a crucial test of their home form. If Glasner can solve their Selhurst Park struggles, a top-half finish becomes realistic.
This performance proved Palace have the talent and tactical structure to compete with anyone – they just need more consistency. As the Betbuzz365 team will be watching closely, this could be the start of something special under Glasner’s guidance.
