Oliver Glasner has broken the ‘golden rule’ at Crystal Palace’ after ‘unacceptable’ outburst

Title: Glasner Under Fire After Breaking “Golden Rule” with Fan Criticism

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is facing a significant backlash from the club’s support after publicly criticizing the fans and urging them to “stay humble,” a move that has been labeled a breach of football’s “golden rule.”

The tension was on full display during Palace’s 1-0 win over Wolves. The Holmesdale Fanatics, a prominent supporters’ group, unveiled a banner reading “Fans disrespected – Glasner finished.” The mockery continued after the final whistle, with fans chanting “1-0 to the humble boys” in a pointed response to their manager’s comments.

This public dispute has alarmed club figures. Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Glasner’s grievances should have been kept private, as his public statements have only inflamed the situation. Brown emphasized a cardinal rule: “you do not criticise the fans in public.” He added that while Glasner may have his frustrations, “coming out in the press and having digs at your own fans is not on,” and has only created a more toxic atmosphere.

This is not an isolated incident. The manager’s repeated public expressions are intensifying calls for his dismissal, despite the positive result against Wolves. Reports from Football Insider on February 13 suggest the club is unlikely to sack Glasner and is instead prepared to wait for him to leave at the end of the season. However, his continued critiques are seen as a provocation, seemingly daring the board to act sooner.

Brown elaborated on the situation, suggesting Glasner may feel emboldened by his expected departure. “He might think he’s got leverage… but that doesn’t make it okay,” Brown stated. He sympathized with Glasner’s potential issues with the board but stressed that alienating the fanbase is a step too far. “They now are well within their rights to answer back to that,” he said, noting that the ongoing conflict is not helping the manager’s position.

What’s Next for Palace?

With Glasner’s exit looking increasingly inevitable, Crystal Palace are proactively searching for his successor. The club has been assessing candidates for some time and is now accelerating its plans.

· Potential Targets: Getafe’s José Bordalas is reportedly on the club’s radar, alongside Rayo Vallecano’s Iñigo Pérez.
· Interim Option: In a surprising twist, Football Insider revealed on February 21 that Palace are hopeful of appointing former England manager Gareth Southgate on an interim basis if Glasner is sacked. The club is relying on Southgate’s past affiliation with Palace to tempt him into a short-term role, even though he has no immediate plans to return to management.