🚨Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner won the Coach of the Year award at Austria’s Sporthilfe Gala on Wednesday. It probably wasn’t a closely run thing.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has added another impressive accolade to his growing list of achievements, being named Coach of the Year at Austria’s prestigious Sporthilfe Gala on Wednesday evening. The award recognizes Glasner’s exceptional impact on football, both domestically and internationally, and few would argue that the decision was anything but a formality given his recent successes.

Glasner, who took charge of Crystal Palace in early 2024, has transformed the South London club into one of the Premier League’s most organized and dynamic teams. Under his leadership, Palace embarked on a historic unbeaten run that caught the attention of football fans across Europe. His ability to instill tactical discipline while maintaining attacking flair has not only elevated the team’s performances but also earned widespread respect from pundits and players alike.

 

At the Sporthilfe Gala in Vienna, Glasner appeared visibly proud as he accepted the award, dressed sharply in a navy suit and trademark calm smile. The Austrian coach expressed gratitude to his homeland and the football community that shaped his managerial philosophy. “This means a lot to me,” he said. “To be recognized here in Austria while representing Crystal Palace is something truly special. It shows that our work, passion, and belief in what we do are being seen around the world.”

 

The award marks another milestone in Glasner’s journey from his early days managing LASK Linz, where he made waves in Austrian football, to his success in Germany with Wolfsburg and Eintracht Frankfurt — the latter culminating in a memorable Europa League triumph in 2022. His progression has been steady, grounded in a clear tactical identity and a strong sense of leadership.

 

For Palace fans, this recognition only reinforces their belief that the club is moving in the right direction. Glasner has instilled a winning mentality that has turned once-tight games into confident performances. Players such as Eberechi Eze, Michael Olise, and Marc Guéhi have flourished under his system, showing that Glasner’s methods are as effective in nurturing talent as they are in delivering results.

 

As Austria celebrates one of its finest coaching exports, Crystal Palace supporters can take pride in knowing that their manager is now officially recognized among the best in world football. For Glasner, this award is not the end — it’s simply another sign that, as he often says, “We’re not done yet.”

 

 

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