Crystal Palace vs Rayo Vallecano

Crystal Palace claimed the 2025/26 UEFA Conference League title with a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano at Leipzig's Red Bull Arena, sealing their first continental trophy under Oliver Glasner. Jean-Philippe Mateta broke the deadlock in the 51st minute, guiding a composed left-footed finish into the top of the net from inside the box. Palace nearly doubled their lead five minutes later when Yéremy Pino rattled the left post with a direct free kick. Rayo pressed for an equalizer — Sergio Camello went close — but could not find a way through. Pathé Ciss was booked early for a dangerous challenge, one of several cautions in a feisty affair played without red cards or penalties. Glasner's Eagles finish the campaign with back-to-back trophies, following last season's FA Cup win. For Rayo Vallecano, participating in a continental final for the first time in their 102-year history is a milestone in itself, even as they leave Leipzig empty-handed.