"Crystal Palace gained a massive advantage in their Europa Conference League first-leg, picking up a confident 3-0 victory over Fiorentina at Selhurst Park."
"Mateta eventually put Palace ahead in the 24th minute as he coolly sent his penalty straight down the middle after Guessand was felled inside the box by Dodo."
"Fiorentina were simply no match for Palace on this occasion, with the Eagles living up strongly to their 3.05 expected goals (xG), while the visitors could only manage 0.45 xG in response."
Crystal Palace achieved a significant 3-0 victory against Fiorentina in the Europa Conference League first leg. Mateta scored the opening penalty after Guessand was fouled. Mitchell doubled the lead with a left-footed strike. Kamada's cross was finished by Sarr to seal the win. Palace's performance was highlighted by a high expected goals (xG) of 3.05, while Fiorentina managed only 0.45 xG and their lowest shot total of the season with eight attempts.
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