"But Senegal forward Ismaila Sarr has more than risen to the task of filling the void left by Eze with eight goals in 15 games this season. His double on Thursday helped the Eagles to a 3-1 victory over Dutch side AZ Alkmaar - a first win in the Europa Conference League on home soil - and underlined their credentials as one of the favourites for the title."
"The 27-year-old was a constant threat going forward with his pace, touch, clever runs and link-up play with forward Jean-Philippe Mateta. He hit the post in the early exchanges of the match before winning a penalty when goalkeeper Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro brought him down in the box, although Mateta ultimately missed the spot-kick. Sarr then saw his header brilliantly saved before nipping in to bundle the ball over the line just before half-time."
Eberechi Eze left Crystal Palace for Arsenal after 169 appearances, 40 goals and 28 assists, including a historic FA Cup winner at Wembley. Ismaila Sarr has stepped into his role, scoring eight goals in 15 games this season and netting a brace in Palace's 3-1 home win over AZ Alkmaar in the Europa Conference League. Sarr's pace, touch, clever runs and link-up play with Jean-Philippe Mateta created multiple chances, including a penalty he won and a headed effort bundled in before half-time. Joel Ward praised Sarr's form, composure and the tactical space created by Mateta dropping deep.
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