In late 2023, a pivotal meeting between Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish and manager Oliver Glasner set the stage for a historic transformation at the club. Initially, Parish sought a manager with Premier League experience, but Glasner's impressive track record in the Bundesliga with Wolfsburg and Eintracht Frankfurt caught his attention. By February 2024, after Roy Hodgson's departure, Glasner officially took charge.

Fast forward two and a half years, and under Glasner's leadership, Crystal Palace clinched the Conference League title with a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig. This triumph marked a remarkable 12-month period during which the club also secured the FA Cup and Community Shield, signaling a new era of ambition.

Key moments in Glasner's tenure included:

• Defeating Liverpool in the Community Shield shortly after the FA Cup win.
• Navigating the challenge of losing star player Eberechi Eze to Arsenal for a record fee.
• Staving off the departure of captain Marc Guehi, who was set to join Liverpool until last-minute negotiations.

Despite a turbulent mid-season, which saw Palace endure a 12-game winless run, Glasner’s commitment remained unwavering. His announcement to leave at season's end fueled unrest, yet Parish recognized his value as a transformative figure. Ultimately, Glasner’s ability to weather adversity led to one of the most successful chapters in Crystal Palace's history, reshaping the club's ambitions beyond mere survival in the Premier League.