Oliver Glasner confirms fresh Crystal Palace injury blow and sends warning to players after Leicester draw

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner was left disappointed after his side could only pick up a point at home against Leicester. The Eagles were on the brink of defeat after going down 2-0, but Jean-Philippe Mateta scored a brace to rescue a point.

If you’re a pessimist, those are two points dropped. If you’re an optimist, it’s a point gained given the circumstances they found themselves in.

However, the result means the Eagles have only secured two points from a possible 12, which is not ideal for a club that many tipped to break into the top half of the table after a strong end to last season.

Speaking after the game, manager Glasner told the club’s official website: “We know we have to improve in some parts of the game – especially since we conceded the goals too easily. It’s not that we were under pressure when they scored, but when we talk about the second goal, it’s a 60-yard kick from their goalkeeper. It bounced next to our box, and even though we had a four-vs-three situation in the box, we still conceded a goal.

“This is what we have to improve because we know we can always create chances and score goals. But we also need to be more consistent in defending. This is not a problem with our structure, but more about being more resolute, and that is what we will work on.

“I mentioned it at the press conference: for me, it’s like a restart with many new players, so I really appreciate the togetherness shown today. The foundation has been laid. We’re not happy with just the point, but I’m really pleased and delighted with the spirit and character of the players once again.”

The Eagles boss also confirmed he was forced to take off combative midfielder Cheick Doucouré due to a foot injury. He said: “We had to take him off because of a foot injury, which is why we had to make that change.”

They are next in action against QPR in midweek, where they will be hoping to secure a win and build momentum ahead of their next league game against Manchester United.