November 22nd 2024.
Eberechi Eze, the talented midfielder for Crystal Palace, recently made headlines for scoring a goal against Aston Villa during their Premier League clash. However, his good fortune was short-lived as he suffered an injury during the same game. As the team prepares for their upcoming match against Aston Villa, manager Oliver Glasner has provided an update on Eze's condition.
The Crystal Palace squad is eager for a win after a disappointing start to the season, which has left them in the relegation zone after 11 games. With only one league victory so far, their recent success against Villa in the Carabao Cup has given them some hope. Eze, who scored the opening goal in that match, unfortunately had to be substituted due to a hamstring injury and has been out of action since then.
Initially, there were hopes that Eze would recover in time for their next game after the international break. However, in his pre-match press conference, Glasner confirmed that Eze will not be making the trip to Villa Park. "Ebs would like to be involved in tomorrow's game, but I have made the decision not to take him with us," he stated on Friday. "It's a bit too risky to rush his return, especially given our busy schedule. We have to prioritize the well-being of our players."
In a similar situation, striker Eddie Nketiah also suffered an injury earlier this month. While there were concerns about his availability for the upcoming games, Glasner has assured that he will not be taking any chances with his players' fitness. "We have a packed schedule ahead with eight games in December. We cannot afford to take any risks. Eddie will not be playing tomorrow, but we hope to have him back soon," he explained.
On a positive note, Crystal Palace fans can expect to see Cheick Doucoure back in action as he has fully recovered from his injury. The same goes for Chris Richards and Jefferson Lerma, who have been given the green light by the medical team. Additionally, Will Hughes is also back in the squad after serving his suspension.
The return of these key players will certainly boost the team's morale as they prepare for a tough month ahead. With matches against Newcastle, Ipswich, Brighton, Manchester City, and Arsenal coming up, having a fit and healthy squad is crucial. As Glasner puts it, "We need our players for the long run, not just for one game. We have to be smart and make decisions that will benefit the team in the long term."
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