Michael Olise Return Inspires Palace to Victory Against Sheffield United

John Rul

January 31, 2024 · 1 min read

Michael Olise Return Inspires Palace to Victory Against Sheffield United
FootBall | January 31, 2024
Michael Olise is the first player from Crystal Palace to be involved in three goals in more than one Premier League game. (Image: Getty)

Michael Olise returned from injury to score the decisive goal for Crystal Palace in a crucial victory against Sheffield United at Selhurst Park. Palace fell behind twice to goals from Ben Brereton Diaz and James McAtee but Eberechi Eze equalized twice showcasing his talent. Olise’s winning goal came in the 67th minute, securing all three points for Palace.

Sheffield United nearly leveled late on but Anel Ahmedhodzic’s header hit the crossbar. Both teams had struggled for form leading up to the match. Olise and Eze’s presence in the team proved pivotal with their quality shining through.

Palace manager Roy Hodgson praised their impact along with Jordan Ayew and Jean-Philippe Mateta for creating chances differently. Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder acknowledged the gap in quality particularly highlighting Olise and Eze as significant factors in the match’s outcome.