Crystal Palace, Rayo Vallecano, Jean-Philippe Mateta, Oliver Glasner
27 May 2026
Crystal Palace won their first European trophy after beating Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the Conference League final. Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the decisive goal as Oliver Glasner ended his time at the club with silverware.
Palace held firm in a tight final after Mateta’s finish gave them control. The victory completed a landmark night for the club, while Adam Wharton’s midfield display added another strong statement before England’s World Cup campaign.