Mark Goué admitted the team was disappointed with the loss, but Leeds United were clearly the better team.
2025-12-21 01:21
Mark Goué said that in Crystal Palace's 1-4 defeat to Leeds United, the better team won.
After the match, the Crystal Palace captain said: "Everyone is very disappointed, but it's a fair result. Leeds United played better; they won every duel and every second ball. They dominated both the first and second touches. In the Premier League, or any level of football, that kind of dominance will cost you."
"They had the upper hand in every match, were more eager to win, and had better physical condition. This is commendable, but it also reminds us that we need to learn from their mistakes."
Following this defeat, Crystal Palace will have a chance to quickly adjust as they face Arsenal away on Wednesday in the League Cup quarter-finals. Mark Gouei stated, "Our upcoming match against Arsenal is more threatening from set pieces than Leeds United, so if we can do better defensively, limit them with a low press, and capitalize on counter-attacks, it will be very beneficial for us. However, it will still be a tough game, so we must quickly learn from our mistakes and move on."
Finally, the captain made it clear that the team would not blame the loss on the tight schedule. He said, "I don't think we should make excuses for ourselves, and we didn't. We will adjust quickly and start again."
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