Iraola acknowledged the significance of the FA Cup final, where Manchester City was defeated, and its impact on their approach. He expressed congratulations to Crystal Palace for winning the title, saying it's good for the league and football overall.

He also discussed the departure of defender Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid, who will leave the club for £50M. Iraola praised Huijsen's maturity and professionalism, saying he's handled the situation well and is ready to play in the remaining two games.

Iraola admitted that losing Huijsen is a significant blow, but he's happy for the young player's opportunity to join Real Madrid, which he believes is a dream come true. The manager hopes everything goes well for Huijsen after the upcoming games.

Iraola also stated that the club won't be able to replace Huijsen with a similar player, and they will need to focus on finding other players to strengthen the team. He emphasized the importance of looking forward to next season and making the most of the time to prepare.

Regarding qualifying for Europe, Iraola acknowledged that their chances are slim, especially with a tough match against Manchester City. He emphasized the need to focus on their own performance and try to achieve a positive result, despite the difficult circumstances.