The Digest:
Nigeria’s Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi will compete in next season’s UEFA Europa League after Crystal Palace’s failed CAS appeal. The South London club’s loss means Nottingham Forest secures their spot in the prestigious competition, benefiting from their Conference League position
Key Points:
- Crystal Palace lost Ca AS appeal to maintain its Europa League spot.
- UEFA ruling places Nottingham Forest in the Europa League instead.
- Awoniyi and Aina are now set for continental competition in 2024/25.
- Palace’s failure represents both financial and sporting setbacks.
- Forest’s participation could help attract top talent to the squad.
- Aina’s new contract keeps him at Forest until 2028, bolstering their defense.
- Awoniyi faces competition in the No. 9 role but remains key for Forest.
Nottingham Forest’s Europa League qualification boosts their squad prospects, while Crystal Palace faces legal and financial struggles. This shift showcases how fortunes can change in football, with Aina and Awoniyi now aiming for European success.
