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[Saba Sports News] Just concluded in the English Community Shield final, Crystal Palace defeated Liverpool on penalties to claim a long-awaited honor and won their first-ever Community Shield title. This was Crystal Palace’s first appearance in a Community Shield final, making history. At the same time, it was also the second important victory for Crystal Palace at Wembley Stadium within 85 days, following their stunning win over Manchester City in last season’s FA Cup final. The club has marked an important milestone in its development. As a mid-table Premier League team, Crystal Palace had previously struggled against top teams like Liverpool, winning only once in their past 16 encounters. This victory created a historical record for the club. Following their FA Cup triumph last season, they have now won another title in just 85 days, greatly boosting the team’s morale and confidence. This proves the team’s strength – the “top-tier killer” nickname is well-deserved. Under the guidance of Oliver Glasner, the team has executed tactics effectively, and their counter-attacking style has yielded significant results. If the main squad remains stable, the team is expected to perform well in cup competitions in the new season.