š Share this article Uche Fuels Comfortable Palace Triumph at Shelbourne. Even though entering their maiden continental adventure, Oliver Glasner's side are adapting very quickly. Missing star figures like striker Jean-Philippe Mateta and defender Daniel MuƱoz, the London club departed Dublin with a commanding win that virtually secures them a spot in the Conference League qualifying rounds. Another three points in their next match against Finnish KuPS should be enough to secure direct passage to the last 16, particularly following a prior setback against Strasbourg. Squad Members Seize the Opportunity This occasion provided a chance for some of Palace's fringe talent to shine. Christantus Uche, in only his second beginning since joining on loan from Getafe, notched the scoring with a well-taken finish. Striker Eddie Nketiah contributed a second, scoring for the second consecutive succession. A Shelbourne side that had finished their league season were outmatched even for a mostly second-string Palace outfit. The visitors were already weakened by the news that Mateta and MuƱoz are sidelined with leg injuries. Control Established from the Start In spite of heavy rain in Dublin, Palace quickly established dominance. A slick move in the 11th minute, initiated by Daichi Kamada's clever pass, let Nketiah to set up Uche for a simple finish. Youngster Adam Wharton went close soon after, fizzing a long-range shot over the bar. Nketiah then claimed for a penalty after racing into the box, but the referee dismissed the appeals. The formerArsenal man did not have wait long to find his goal, tapping home from close range after Uche's shot had hit the post. Shelbourne were hanging on for dear life. Defender Kameron Ledwidge was lucky to escape a booking for two agricultural challenges on Yeremy Pino, before Chris Richards struck the woodwork with a powerful header from a corner. Pino Seals the Game The match was as good as over eight minutes from half-time. Yeremy Pino meandered past a series of comically weak challenges before calmly slotting a shot past goalkeeper Wessel Speel to make it 3-0. After the break, coach Oliver Glasner took the chance to withdraw several individuals like Kamada and Wharton. Substitute Romain Esse almost scoring his very first touch, only to see his effort blocked. Esse was incredibly unlucky later on, seeing one attempt strike off each posts before being gathered on the line. Uche then missed a sitter of a chance, indicating there is still scope for improvement in his game. The only worry for Palace was a late knock to Justin Devenny, who was forced off. This paved the way for 17-year-old striker Benji Casey to make his senior debut, rounding off an otherwise perfect evening for the visiting side.
Even though entering their maiden continental adventure, Oliver Glasner's side are adapting very quickly. Missing star figures like striker Jean-Philippe Mateta and defender Daniel MuƱoz, the London club departed Dublin with a commanding win that virtually secures them a spot in the Conference League qualifying rounds. Another three points in their next match against Finnish KuPS should be enough to secure direct passage to the last 16, particularly following a prior setback against Strasbourg. Squad Members Seize the Opportunity This occasion provided a chance for some of Palace's fringe talent to shine. Christantus Uche, in only his second beginning since joining on loan from Getafe, notched the scoring with a well-taken finish. Striker Eddie Nketiah contributed a second, scoring for the second consecutive succession. A Shelbourne side that had finished their league season were outmatched even for a mostly second-string Palace outfit. The visitors were already weakened by the news that Mateta and MuƱoz are sidelined with leg injuries. Control Established from the Start In spite of heavy rain in Dublin, Palace quickly established dominance. A slick move in the 11th minute, initiated by Daichi Kamada's clever pass, let Nketiah to set up Uche for a simple finish. Youngster Adam Wharton went close soon after, fizzing a long-range shot over the bar. Nketiah then claimed for a penalty after racing into the box, but the referee dismissed the appeals. The formerArsenal man did not have wait long to find his goal, tapping home from close range after Uche's shot had hit the post. Shelbourne were hanging on for dear life. Defender Kameron Ledwidge was lucky to escape a booking for two agricultural challenges on Yeremy Pino, before Chris Richards struck the woodwork with a powerful header from a corner. Pino Seals the Game The match was as good as over eight minutes from half-time. Yeremy Pino meandered past a series of comically weak challenges before calmly slotting a shot past goalkeeper Wessel Speel to make it 3-0. After the break, coach Oliver Glasner took the chance to withdraw several individuals like Kamada and Wharton. Substitute Romain Esse almost scoring his very first touch, only to see his effort blocked. Esse was incredibly unlucky later on, seeing one attempt strike off each posts before being gathered on the line. Uche then missed a sitter of a chance, indicating there is still scope for improvement in his game. The only worry for Palace was a late knock to Justin Devenny, who was forced off. This paved the way for 17-year-old striker Benji Casey to make his senior debut, rounding off an otherwise perfect evening for the visiting side.