His confidence suitably sky-high five days after he notched his first international goal for England, Eze had inspired Palace’s 3-0 rout of Fulham by the riverside, scoring a pearler to break the deadlock and then, five minutes later, laying on a plate for Ismaila Sarr to make it two.

Eberechi Eze's quality was key to Crystal Palace's clinical 3-0 victory at Fulham on Saturday, manager Oliver Glasner said after the winger scored and assisted to lead his side into the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time since 2022.

Crystal Palace avoid potential Man City clash as they face Aston Villa - Semi-final ties to be played at Wembley in late April

Crystal Palace thrashed Fulham 3-0 to reach the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley, with Oliver Glasner continuing to do a superb job at Selhurst Park that has seen him pick up admirers from both Bayern Mu

Eberechi Eze made the difference against Fulham in the FA Cup quarter-final — even if he doesn't quite fit Glasner's system at Palace

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has been speaking to the media before Saturday's FA Cup game against Fulham (kick-off 12:15 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

The 3-0 win at Fulham was Crystal Palace’s sixth away victory in a row without conceding a goal. According to Opta, no other English side has ever achieved such a feat at this level of the sport.

Crystal Palace have been handed a tough FA Cup semi-final, needing to overcome Aston Villa if they are to continue their quest for a first major trophy. Palace blitzed past Fulham in the quarter-finals to earn their spot at Wembley next month, with goals from Eberechi Eze, Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah.

Eberechi Eze, Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah all netted for Oliver Glasner’s side as they ran riot at Craven Cottage.