Crystal Palace have booked a spot at Wembley after defeating Fulham 0-3 at Craven Cottage.

Fulham dominated the first 30 minutes but were unable to capitalize on their lead, with Rodrigo Muniz coming closest for the hosts.

The Eagles struggled to break out of their half before Eberechi Eze scored an outstanding goal against the run of play in the 34th minute. The England international came in from the left and curled a fantastic low shot past Leno and in off the far post.

Eze, who scored his first England goal against Latvia during the recent international break, then played a key role in the second goal, as Ismaila Sarr headed in at the near post from his cross. 

Willian pushed Dean Henderson into a superb save, but Marco Silva's side couldn't get back into the game before Eddie Nketiah added a third by sliding the ball through Leno's legs.

Palace have now won five consecutive matches in all competitions, and they are in the FA Cup last four for the first time since 2022. 

Palace's FA Cup semi-final appearance is the next stage in manager Oliver Glasner's stunning turnaround following the Eagles' sluggish start to the season.

It took them nine games to win their first league match of the season, but Glasner now has them within touching distance of the top half of the league standings, in the cup semi-finals, and in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.

The Eagles are in early contract talks with Glasner, and as they prepare for a summer with interest in some of their key players, securing the manager will be near the top of their list of priorities. 

Palace are well-organised with their 3-4-2-1 formation, and their discipline in that shape was a major reason why they did not fall behind in the first half despite intense Fulham pressure. The remainder of the season might be thrilling, and with only two losses in their last 15 matches, momentum is building at the ideal time.

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