Dale Johnson explains what Lyon's successful appeal against relegation from Ligue 1 means for Crystal Palace's hopes of playing in Europe. (1:12)Open Extended ReactionsLyon's relegation to Ligue 2 has been overturned by the French football federation on Wednesday after an appeal by the club, jeopardising Crystal Palace's hopes of playing in the Europa League next season. "Olympique Lyonnais welcomes today's decision by the DNCG to keep the club in Ligue 1," Lyon said in a statement. Michele Kang, a shareholder in Eagle Football Group and successful businesswoman, is now in charge. Textor also owns a stake in Palace, via Eagle Football Group.