‘One of the greatest nights in Selhurst’s history’published at 20:00 BST
Crystal Palace v Shakhtar Donetsk (agg 3-1, 20:00 BST)
Ellie Killick
Fan writer
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Back in March Pep Guardiola named Selhurst Park alongside some of football’s most iconic stadiums as one he will miss when he retires – and as someone who has spent almost a decade attending games there, I totally understand why.
Selhurst Park is very much the Marmite of football grounds. Some love it, while others – particularly those stuck in row Z of the Arthur Wait Stand – have differing opinions. Despite its restricted views, there is something undeniably special about it.
Last week’s outing against FC Shakhtar Donetsk puts Palace in prime position for a trip to Leipzig and returning to Selhurst with a 3-1 advantage is exactly what Oliver Glasner and his team would have wanted.
As a season-ticket holder for almost 10 years, I’ve experienced plenty of memorable days in SE25. I’ve seen everything from dramatic victories to disappointing performances, but this Thursday is set up to be one of the greatest nights in Selhurst’s history.
From the moment the players step out onto the pitch with ‘Glad All Over’ ringing round the stands the atmosphere will no doubt be special and I cannot wait to be a part of it!
As well as this historic night, Selhurst Park will also play hosts to both Manchester City and Arsenal in the closing stages of the season. So while Guardiola will get to visit one of his favourite stadiums, it could be a destination that disrupts the title race.
There was a time not so long ago when confidence in the manager was fragile and belief around the club felt low. Now, Palace are just 90 minutes away from a first European final and I have no doubt Selhurst will deliver!
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