Palace Call to Scrap MCO Rules and Question CAS Hearing
Crystal Palace have called on UEFA to scrap its poorly conceived rules on multi club ownership.
They question a fair hearing at CAS after their appeal against demotion from the Europa League was rejected.
CAS confirmed on Monday that it had upheld UEFA’s decision to demote the FA Cup winners to the Conference League.
The ruling followed the finding that John Textor held shares and had a decisive influence in Palace and Lyon.
He has since sold his 43 percent stake in the south London club to fellow US businessman Woody Johnson.
Palace say some clubs enjoy unique privilege and power, and that misuses of influence undermine the game.
They argue the hearing was rushed and stacked against them.
This debate is bigger than one tie; it is about fairness, rhythm, and how the game travels through SE25.
Make no mistake, Palace fans want commitment and intensity, not vibes or smoke screens at Selhurst.
Rivals will hear this and smile, especially Millwall with their long history of battles and raw noise.
Brighton fans might mutter about noise, but Palace keep their focus on that tempo and discipline.
If anyone thinks Palace are just vibes, this is the moment to test them with facts and force.
TLDR Palace want UEFA to scrap MCO rules and question CAS fairness.
John Textor’s stake and influence are central; Woody Johnson has taken over.
Rivals like Millwall and Brighton should expect Palace to stay loud.
John Textor
Crystal Palace