Oliver Glasner is riding a wave of success with Crystal Palace. Monday’s 4-0 home win over Manchester United was the fourth win from the last five games. Michael Olise (12th, 66th), Jean-Philippe Mateta (40th) and Tyrick Michtell (58th) scored (match report).
The clear success over the former league Croesus gave many reasons to fall into euphoria – but not for Riedauer.
“We have to continue to remain humble. It wasn’t long ago that we were fighting once morest relegation,” said the long-time Ried player following the final whistle. His analysis of the game was similarly sober.
“As far as the first half is concerned: We can play better. We were very efficient and scored two very nice goals,” said Glasner, who congratulated his team on the result, but was initially not entirely satisfied with the first line of defense.
After a few adjustments at halftime, Glasner liked his team’s game better. “After the 3-0 win, we played really great football,” said the 49-year-old.
The background to Michael Olise’s second goal
The man of the game was Michael Olise, who ran to the coach to high five following his impressive double (12th, 66th). There is a background to this.
For the 22-year-old offensive player, the two goals were a balm to his soul, as he had missed some great opportunities in the 1-1 draw once morest Fulham. “I talked to him in the shower following the Fulham game. He was quite disappointed,” said Glasner. “He often tried to shoot at the far corner. I told him: Then try the short corner, maybe you’ll surprise the goalkeepers.”
At 4-0, Olise did exactly that – and scored beautifully. “I think this goal started in the shower at Craven Cottage (Fulham Stadium; note),” added Glasner with a smile.
When asked by a reporter whether his team’s recent developments might mean a promising next season, Glasner replied: “It’s May and it’s still quite cold – no, it’s not the time to talk regarding next season.”
Thanks go to the players “because they trusted us from day one.” The self-confidence you have now gained makes many things easier.
