How Colombians Really Feel After Crystal Palace Wins the Community Shield
As many already know, Crystal Palace, led by Colombian standouts Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma, defeated Liverpool – the former club of Luis Díaz – to lift the Community Shield. The match took place on August 10, 2025, and as a Colombian, this was an incredible result to witness. It wasn’t just about the trophy — it was a proud moment seeing two of our own play a key role in bringing silverware to their club.
The meme below perfectly captures the joy among Colombian fans — celebrating Muñoz and Lerma’s triumph while poking fun at Liverpool’s loss, a playful nod to the pride and passion that moments like this bring to our football culture.
For those who don’t speak Spanish, the meme reads:
“Colombians Today: Crystal Palace Won – Liverpool Lost”
with captions “Grande Muñoz y Lerma” (Muñoz and Lerma are great)
and “Por No Valorar a Lucho” (For not Valuing Lucho)
Meme Context
It’s amazing to see both Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma continuing to build their legacy in the English top flight. In just two years at Crystal Palace, they’ve already secured two trophies, cementing themselves as pillars of the squad and as Colombian representatives thriving on one of football’s biggest stages. Their consistency, leadership, and ability to deliver in big matches show that they’re not just part of Palace’s history — they’re actively shaping its future.
On the other side, Liverpool – Luis Díaz’s former team – suffered defeat despite spending heavily in this transfer window and letting go of their Colombian star. Last season, with Lucho in their ranks, they lifted the Premier League trophy, and while they fell short in other competitions, his influence was undeniable. Now, without him, the team looks to be missing that spark Díaz brought to Anfield. As a Colombian, it’s satisfying to know he was such a key figure in that success, and it’s hard not to wonder if Liverpool really did undervalue Luis Díaz.
How could Liverpool not miss Lucho? In the clip above, you can see the passion he had for the fans — singing with them and saying “I love you” in pure joy. Moments like this show just how connected he was to Anfield. It’s hard not to be skeptical about Liverpool’s decisions this summer, especially after spending around €300 million in the transfer window, only to lose this match to Crystal Palace.
Match Review
The Community Shield clash ended 2-2 after regulation, with Crystal Palace edging Liverpool 3-2 in the penalty shootout to claim the trophy. For Palace, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaïla Sarr found the net during regular time, while Liverpool’s new signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong got on the scoresheet for the Reds.
It was an extremely entertaining match, with both teams playing great football and keeping fans engaged from start to finish. However, at the end of the day, Crystal Palace deserved to lift the trophy — they created the better chances, showed more grit in key moments, and found a way to push through when it mattered most.
Daniel Muñoz played the full 90 minutes and delivered a very solid performance. Defensively, he was composed and reliable, while in attack he was a constant threat down the flank. He came close to providing two assists after creating dangerous chances for both Tyrick Mitchell and Mateta, showcasing his ability to influence the game at both ends of the pitch.
Jefferson Lerma entered the match in the 85th minute. While his time on the pitch was brief, he made the most of it with some tidy touches and a calm presence on the ball. Following Marc Guéhi’s injury, Lerma even slotted into a centre-back role for a short spell, showing his versatility and commitment to the team.
for more on this match and their performances watch my video – https://youtu.be/KCU61bfDOtg
Colombians in The History Books
After last season’s FA Cup triumph, Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma etched their names into Colombian football history, becoming only the third and fourth Colombian players ever to win the prestigious competition — following David Ospina with Arsenal and Luis Díaz with Liverpool. Now, with this Community Shield victory, they’ve achieved yet another rare milestone, once again joining that same exclusive company as the third and fourth Colombians to lift the trophy.
For Colombian players in the Premier League, moments like this are more than just silverware — they’re a statement. Muñoz and Lerma are building a legacy in one of the toughest leagues in the world, showing that Colombian talent can thrive, lead, and win in England’s top flight. With Crystal Palace’s trajectory and their growing influence in the squad, there’s every reason to believe this won’t be the last time we see them celebrating on a big stage. Whether it’s pushing Palace into the European spots, making a deep run in the Conference League, or adding more domestic honours, the future looks bright for both players — and for Colombian football’s presence in the Premier League.
Crystal Palace season Preview
Crystal Palace enter the 2025/26 season off the back of a decent pre-season, where they picked up three wins, one draw, and two losses. This Community Shield victory should give the squad a significant boost in confidence heading into the new campaign, especially after last season’s respectable 12th-place finish in the Premier League and their memorable FA Cup triumph.
This year, Palace also have the added challenge of European football. They originally qualified for the Europa League, but due to club ownership rules, they were demoted to the UEFA Conference League. Even so, this presents a massive opportunity for the club to make a deep run and potentially lift another trophy. With plenty of games ahead, both Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma should see plenty of minutes. Muñoz, in particular, is firmly established as the club’s first-choice wingback, but with little depth behind him, it will be interesting to see how the coaching staff manage his workload over such a busy schedule.
For Palace, the goal this season will be to push beyond mid-table and challenge for a spot in Europe through the league, or perhaps make a historic statement by winning the Conference League outright. Either achievement would mark a huge milestone for the club.
The road ahead isn’t easy — their Premier League campaign kicks off on August 17, 2025 against Chelsea, followed by tough fixtures against Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa. If they can carry the same energy, grit, and quality they showed in the Community Shield, Palace have every chance to start the league strong and rack up some valuable early points.
Final Thoughts
The Community Shield win was more than just another trophy for Crystal Palace — it was a moment that showcased the impact of Colombian talent on the Premier League stage. With Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma playing their part in this victory, Palace fans have plenty to be excited about heading into the new season, and Colombian fans have every reason to feel proud. Their grit, leadership, and winning mentality will be vital as Palace look to compete on multiple fronts, from the Premier League to the Conference League.
If this performance is any indication, Muñoz and Lerma are far from done making history. The question now is — how far can they take Palace this season, and what new milestones will they add to Colombian football’s growing legacy in England?
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