Crystal Palace was demoted from the Europa League to the Conference League due to UEFA regulations regarding multi-club ownership involving Palace and Lyon, both owned by John Textor. Palace qualified for the Europa League after winning the FA Cup, but Lyon's successful appeal against relegation restored their eligibility, compromising Palace's status. Textor's attempted sale of Palace to Woody Johnson has not yet been approved by the Premier League, resulting in UEFA's decision that allows Nottingham Forest to potentially reclaim Palace's Europa League spot.
Crystal Palace faced demotion from the Europa League to the Conference League for the 2025-26 season due to UEFA's ruling on multi-club ownership involving Lyon.
Owned by John Textor, both Palace and Lyon qualified for the Europa League, but UEFA rules prevent clubs with shared ownership from competing simultaneously.
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