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Pierre Sage faces challenges in debut season with Crystal Palace

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 11:22 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Pierre Sage faces challenges in debut season with Crystal Palace

Summary

Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage is navigating a challenging debut season in the Premier League. In a recent match, Palace started well but failed to convert early chances from players like Jean-Philippe Mateta and Eddie Nketiah. As Everton gained control, Palace struggled to threaten in the second half. Sage acknowledged that the absence of top scorer Ismaila Sarr, linked with a move to Galatasaray, compounded their difficulties. With key defensive player Maxence Lacroix also missing, Sage may need reinforcements before the transfer deadline.

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By the Numbers

•Pierre Sage is the new manager of Crystal Palace.
•Crystal Palace created early chances but could not capitalize.
•Everton gained control as Palace struggled to create threats.
•Ismaila Sarr did not travel for the match due to transfer links.
•Maxence Lacroix's absence created further challenges for Sage.

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11:22 AMYahoo Sports — 'It could be a tricky debut season for Sage'

What they're saying

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Pierre Sage, welcome to the Premier League and the fine margins that can swing a game. Looking down at the French football manager in the second half, he was rubbing his chin with his hand after making a couple of substitutions to try to rescue something from a game that started so brightly for Crystal Palace. Jean-Philippe Mateta, Eddie Nketiah and Daniel Munoz all had more than decent chances that could have easily found the net.
— Yahoo Sports

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