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Why can't Crystal Palace play in Europa League? Multi-club ownership rules, UEFA decision explained as CAS appeal fails

Crystal Palace had their European dream checked by UEFA when the governing body ruled they would not be able to compete in the 2025/26 Europa League.

The FA Cup winners have been demoted to the Conference League after falling foul of rules relating to multi-club ownership.

Nottingham Forest are the main beneficiaries, levelling up from the Conference League to the Europa at Palace's expense.

"We're devastated for, most importantly, the supporters. I think the supporters of all clubs should be devastated for us because this is the dream," Palace chairman Steve Parish told Sky Sports .

"I'm devastated for the players, for the fans, for the sta

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