Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner dismissed suggestions that his side's comprehensive 3-0 Carabao Cup victory over Liverpool came against a 'weakened' team.
Speaking after the match, Glasner insisted it would be "disrespectful" to the Liverpool players who featured, highlighting the quality of players like Champions League winner Joe Gomez, World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister, and £40 million signing Milos Kerkez.
Glasner's comments provided a sharp contrast to the prevailing narrative, which focused on Arne Slot's extensive rotation.
The victory, sealed by a brace from Ismaila Sarr, not only sent Palace into the quarter-finals to face Arsenal but also marked their third win over Liverpool in the last 80 days, solidifying their growing status as a formidable opponent.
