Oliver Glasner: We won't focus on the points standings, but rather on our own style of play.
2026-04-19 09:18
Ahead of the match against West Ham United, Oliver Glasner gave a speech. After defeating Fiorentina and advancing to the UEFA Association League quarterfinals, Crystal Palace will refocus on domestic competitions, aiming for their third consecutive victory against West Ham United in the Premier League.
Oliver Glasner said: "We stopped talking about the league standings a few weeks or even months ago and focused more on the way we play and the style of football we want to show on the pitch. This has made us perform better and has brought us more points and wins. I think this form needs to be maintained until the end of the season."
“We won’t discuss the standings because the rankings are very close, anything can happen, and the situation changes very quickly. So we’re more focused on our own football, how we want to play, and how we must play. We hope to maintain this energy and spirit, and by the end of the season, we will naturally reap the rewards we deserve.”
Speaking about the challenge against West Ham United, Oliver Glasner said: "Nuno Espirito Santo's work since taking over deserves high praise. The team struggled a lot at the beginning of the season, and things weren't ideal when he first took over, but their performance has become noticeably more consistent in recent weeks."
"To be honest, I think they could have gotten more points in their recent games. They only managed to get equalized in the final moments of their home game against Manchester United. And in their last home game, they beat Wolves 4-0, which was a very crucial victory. We expect them to be highly motivated and motivated because they are fighting to avoid relegation."
"That's exactly what we need to be prepared for: to be as proactive and motivated as they are. The players showed that in the game against Newcastle United, which was actually quite similar to the situation now. Newcastle United are in great form, while we just played a game after only three days of rest, but we were just as motivated and motivated. If we can maintain this form, I believe we also have a chance to beat West Ham United."
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