Palace Humiliated: FA Cup Holders Stunned by Macclesfield
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Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner said he had "no explanation" for his team's shocking FA Cup loss to Macclesfield. The defeat comes just months after the club won the trophy for the first time.
Glasner watched in clear frustration as his team lost on Macclesfield's artificial pitch. After the match, he told reporters he was stunned by the performance.
Palace captain Marc Guéhi immediately went to speak with angry fans who had traveled to the game. He and assistant manager Paddy McCarthy held talks with supporters as Macclesfield celebrated.
The loss presents a major challenge for the club. Palace must now strengthen their weak squad and convince Glasner to stay as manager.