AEK Larnaca Upsets Crystal Palace With Late Goal in Conference League Opener
LONDON (Interstat) — AEK Larnaca delivered a stunning 1-0 upset over Crystal Palace in the UEFA Europa Conference League on Thursday at Selhurst Park. Substitute Rijad Bajić scored the game’s only goal in the 51st minute, assisted by fellow substitute Marcus Rohdén. The result defied pregame projections, as statistical models heavily favored the home side. The match was a physical affair, with four yellow cards issued in the final minutes. Both clubs opened their group stage campaigns with the unexpected result.