Man City vs Crystal Palace highlights and reaction as Blues beaten in FA Cup finaL
Manchester City lost to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final, capping off a disappointing season without any trophies.
For the final, City made several changes to their lineup, reintroducing Jeremy Doku, Savinho, and Omar Marmoush, while Nico O’Reilly returned to the left-back position. Kevin De Bruyne served as captain but played in a deeper role than his usual attacking position. Notably, James McAtee and Rico Lewis were not included in the squad.
Crystal Palace took an unexpected lead in the first half with a goal from Eberechi Eze. Goalkeeper Dean Henderson narrowly avoided a red card after handling the ball outside his area while trying to stop Erling Haaland. Henderson later saved a penalty from Omar Marmoush, and Palace defended resolutely to secure their victory.
City struggled to respond after conceding the first goal and ultimately could not find a way back into the match.
The players appeared stunned on the pitch as they faced the reality of finishing the season without any silverware, while the Palace supporters celebrated joyfully.
We will provide updates and reactions from a day that encapsulates City’s challenging season.
**90+6 – (0-1) – Penalty appeal denied**
Echeverri had another opportunity as he directed a blocked cross toward Henderson, resulting in a corner. City appealed for a penalty for handball after a shot was blocked at close range, but the referee remained unmoved.
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