Palace await CAS ruling on European fate

Crystal Palace await a CAS ruling on their Europa League status after appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, ahead of the Community Shield against Liverpool.

Glasner optimistic on CAS outcome for Crystal Palace ahead of Community Shield

Crystal Palace face Liverpool in the Community Shield while awaiting a ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport on their Europa League status after an appeal. The decision is expected on Monday and could determine whether Palace compete in Europe next season or stay in the Conference League.

Oliver Glasner stressed that the team remains focused and that silverware matters. He noted Palace's summer transfer activity signals ambition and said the squad will accept the CAS verdict no matter the outcome.

The CAS proceeding adds a new layer of pressure to a season that already began with heavy investments in the squad. For Palace the ruling will influence planning, budgeting and how the club communicates its ambitions to fans and sponsors. Glasner frames winning as a mindset, but the uncertainty can strain preparation and scheduling across the calendar.

Beyond the immediate stakes the case raises questions about governance in European football and how clubs balance aspiration with risk. If Palace are cleared to European play the financial and competitive effects could be significant, while a setback might reinforce calls for reform and closer scrutiny of qualification rules.

Highlights

The coming verdict will shape how Palace moves forward with its plans and how fans view the club’s European ambitions.