The atmosphere turned toxic in the Crystal Palace grounds after the heavy defeat against Brighton (5-0) this Sunday in the Premier League. According to the Daily MailPierre Sage was “bombed» of insults by Eagles supporters, furious after this humiliation in the derby. All players were booed at the final whistle, except for Jefferson Lerma. At a press conference, the former coach of Lyon and Lens said: “I have a lot of work to do. I didn’t create the conditions for the players to get off to a good start. The first job to do is on me. »
Tension also rose between the players and their fans. Chris Richards left furiously without greeting the yard, before Jørgen Strand Larsen went after him to address him with a few harsh words and force him back towards the supporters. For his part, Deputy Paddy McCarthy stayed on site for a long time to try to calm things down, receiving a more favorable reception. A scene revealing the heavy climate which now surrounds Pierre Sage, whose team has just suffered its heaviest defeat against its rival since 1956.
