“It’s All My Fault”: Oliver Glasner’s Emotional Confession After Crystal Palace Defeat and His Battle With Health
There are moments in football that go far beyond tactics, results, and points. Moments when the human behind the title of “manager” steps forward, stripped of ego and bravado, and speaks from the heart. One such moment unfolded last night at Selhurst Park, when Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner addressed the press following his team’s painful defeat — and in doing so, revealed a deeply personal battle that few had known about.
The Austrian coach, usually composed and sharp on the sidelines, appeared visibly drained as he walked into the press room. His shoulders sagged slightly, his expression heavy. Cameras flashed, the room fell silent — and then came the words that left everyone stunned.
> “It’s all my fault,” Glasner said quietly. “The players have given everything, but I haven’t been myself lately. I’ve been struggling with health problems that have affected my focus, my energy… everything. I tried to fight through it, but it’s catching up with me.”
Those words — humble, vulnerable, and raw — carried the weight of a man who has been silently fighting battles away from the pitch.
A Collapse That Raised Alarms
Just days ago, the 50-year-old manager reportedly collapsed in the dressing room after a tense fixture, prompting immediate medical intervention. Club doctors confirmed he had undergone a medical check-up, but even after being advised to rest, Glasner insisted on returning to the dugout.
His passion for the game
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