{
  "id": 15484032,
  "title": "Sage feels 'shame' at Palace thrashing with future in doubt",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/sage-feels-shame-at-palace-thrashing-with-future-in-doubt-15484032",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-18T19:51:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport Football",
    "slug": "bbc-sport-football",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cq1kdzp093jwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage expressed shame following his team's 5-0 loss to Brighton. The Frenchman admitted he was unsure if he would retain his position as he felt wholly responsible for his side's poor performance. Sage's team conceded three goals within the first ten minutes, marking their worst defeat against a Premier League rival since 1956. The manager emphasized that it was his responsibility to provide motivation and prepare the team, acknowledging that there were numerous negative aspects to the match. Sage was appointed as Palace's manager in the summer but has struggled since taking over, with the team currently sitting 14th in the Premier League with just two wins in seven matches. The loss to Brighton has intensified the pressure on Sage, who apologized to the fans, admitting that the team did not display the level of performance they were expecting.",
  "summary": "Crystal Palace manage Pierre Sage says he feels \"shame\" at the Eagles' performance during their 5-0 thrashing by Brighton and does not know if he will be given time to save his job.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "My one feeling is shame - Sage on bruising Palace defeat",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/my-one-feeling-is-shame-sage-on-bruising-palace-defeat",
        "published": "2026-10-18T15:41:16.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}