Match Report
The table read 3rd (Crystal Palace U21, 8 pts) against 6th (Monaco U21, 3 pts), 5 points apart. Monaco U21 had been under-performing their position — 17th on five-round form against 6th in the table. Scoring rates set the scale: Crystal Palace U21 1.75 scored and 1 conceded per game, Monaco U21 1.5 and 2.5, with the league averaging 1.75.
The venue was Selhurst Park in London, with room for 3,009 spectators. On the scoreboard, Crystal Palace U21 led 2-0 at the break; 2 second-half goals set the final 3-1.