The Antioqueño was the most prominent figure of the English team in one of the most memorable seasons in the history of the club.
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The southern London lived a day for memory. Thousands of fans of Crystal Palace took to the streets to celebrate the historical title of FA Cup, the first in the history of the club. The caravan with the players toured the city with the trophy high until reaching Selhurst Park, where the party continued between hugs, songs and recognitions.
Within the stadium, the club honored the protagonists of an unforgettable season, in which they not only raised the oldest cup of world football, but also reached their record of points in Premier League: 53. Among so many applause, one of the largest was for Daniel Muñoz.
The Colombian, who has been a year and a half in England, was chosen as the best player of Crystal Palace in two different votes: one made by his teammates and another by the fans themselves. In both, Muñoz won clearly, above figures such as Jean-Philippe Mateta and Dean Henderson.
“My English is not very good, but I am very happy. You are fantastic. Thank you very much. I love you,” he said, visibly excited, in front of a ribbon rendered at his feet.
And reasons are not missing. The right side has been a tireless engine by the band. In 46 games played this season – 37 by Premier League, six of FA Cup and three of the League Cup – added six goals and eight assists. He scored in key matches: against Newcastle, Manchester City, Fulham and Brighton in the League, and against Doncaster Rovers and Millwall in FA Cup, being decisive in the campaign that culminated with the conquest of the trophy in Wembley.
Muñoz also won the goal award twice, was elected player of the month of Net88 in February, and recently renewed his long -term contract with the club. His energy, tactical discipline and ability to influence attack and defense have made him an indispensable piece for the London team.
“This forces me to continue with my feet on the ground, working with more humility and sacrifice. I do not want to be like nobody else, I want to leave my own mark in this club that opened the doors to me. These numbers reflect the effort I made, but also that of my classmates. This is not achieved by playing alone,” he said in an interview with ESPN.
After this consecration season, the defender is now concentrated in the next challenges with the Colombian National Team, which will face Peru and Argentina by the South American Qualifiers. Then the deserved rest will arrive, before returning to London to start the preseason and face a new challenge: the Community Shield against Liverpool.
Daniel Muñoz not only conquered a historical title. He also won the heart of a club and his people. And he did it in his own way: with delivery, character and a lot of football.
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