18 h. ago Ex Spurs boss saw ghost and tried to kick it – but it 'went straight through' him

Gerry Francis opened up about a spooky encounter that happened when he was playing for Crystal Palace when he thought his teamates were 'fooling around' but it was something otherworldly

Politics

21 h. ago John Textor launches plan for audacious takeover of Crystal Palace

American looking to increase stake beyond 80%He faces competition from NY Jets owner JohnsonJohn Textor is attempting an audacious takeover of Crystal Palace but faces competition from the New York Jets owner Woody Johnson as the battle for control at Selhurst Park heats up before the club’s appearance in the FA Cup final next Saturday.It is understood that Textor, who failed in his bid to buy Everton last year, has held talks with his fellow American shareholders David Blitzer and Josh Harris about buying their shares in Palace, which constitute about 36% of the club. That would take Textor’s stake to more than 80% and mean he would be able to complete a full takeover – a situation that could threaten the future of the long-serving chairman, Steve Parish. Continue reading...

Politics

21 h. ago Tottenham XI vs Crystal Palace: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League

Spurs have a Europa League final to prepare for, so a heavily rotated team is expected this weekend

Politics

3 d. ago Crystal Palace identify Oliver Glasner replacement as Tottenham eye swoop for manager

Oliver Glasner has built a stellar reputation in his time at Crystal Palace and is drawing interest from other clubs - and the Eagles are preparing in case they lose their manager

Society

3 d. ago Crystal Palace: Eberechi Eze hitting top form at perfect moment as FA Cup final approaches

Eagles star shines once more in Nottingham Forest stalemate to offer hope of another Wembley upset against Manchester City

Events

3 d. ago Six WSL titles in a row for Chelsea and London City go up – Women’s Football Weekly

Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack, Emily Keogh and Jamie Spangher to reflect on Chelsea’s WSL triumph, a dramatic final day in the ChampionshipOn this week’s Guardian Women’s Football Weekly: Chelsea are crowned WSL champions for a record sixth season in a row. With games to spare, can Sonia Bompastor’s side complete an unbeaten domestic campaign?Elsewhere, Arsenal’s back-to-back defeats against Aston Villa and Brighton raise questions about their defensive frailties, while Manchester United and Manchester City play out a dramatic derby with European football on the line. Meanwhile, Everton shine in the Merseyside derby, and Crystal Palace leave it late to deny Leicester. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Crystal Palace issue Adam Wharton injury update ahead of FA Cup final

Wharton was the best player on show in the 1-1 Premier League draw with Nottingham Forest

Events

4 d. ago Crystal Palace: Oliver Glasner provides Adam Wharton latest after injury scare ahead of Man City FA Cup final

The midfielder had to be replaced just after the hour mark on Monday night

Events

4 d. ago Crystal Palace hopeful Adam Wharton will overcome injury for FA Cup final

Wharton was the best player on show in the 1-1 Premier League draw with Nottingham Forest.

Events

4 d. ago Nottingham Forest push their luck to edge closer to European place

Crystal Palace 1-1 Nottingham Forest: Murillo didn’t know much about his equaliser as he diverted in Neco Williams’s shot but it could be a key goal for Forest

Politics

4 d. ago Nottingham Forest European hopes dented as Crystal Palace suffer FA Cup final scare

CRYSTAL PALACE 1-1 NOTTINGHAM FOREST: Eberechi Eze kept his cool to put the hosts in front from the penalty spot but Murillo quickly brought Forest back level as the spoils were shared at Selhurst Park

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4 d. ago Murillo earns Nottingham Forest vital point at Crystal Palace in race for Europe

Nottingham Forest aren’t finished just yet. A typically wholehearted performance from Nuno Espírito Santo’s side rescued a point that could eventually prove priceless for their hopes of reaching the promised land of the Champions League next season.It is to their immense credit that with three matches still to play, a team who ended last season in 17th place are still in contention to dine at Europe’s top table. Having fallen behind to Eberechi Eze’s penalty in front of a joyous Crystal Palace crowd still basking in the glory of their upcoming appearance in the FA Cup final, that they were back on terms within four minutes thanks to Murillo’s clever finish spoke volumes about the spirit Nuno has created at the two-time European champions since replacing Steve Cooper. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest Premier League prediction, betting preview, odds and tips

Forest's Champions League hopes hang in the balance after this weekend and need to win their remaining matches if they are to be in control of the situation as the Premier League season draws to a close

Politics

6 d. ago Champions Liverpool travel to Chelsea, West Ham v Spurs and WSL Manchester derby – live

Writer Q&A, fan views, plus the latest news and previewsToday’s fixtures | Latest tables | And email matchday liveEvanilson crowns Bournemouth’s comeback win at ArsenalTielemans keeps Villa racing for Europe as Fulham falterHirst and Ipswich spoil Everton’s farewell partyVardy lifts Leicester and keeps Saints on 11 pointsFarke proud of Leeds but more pain for Luton after relegationHello and welcome to live coverage of a Sunday packed with Big Timetm football, follow along for the latest news and previews ahead of today’s action. We get underway with the live action at midday, as Emillia Hawkins brings you a WSL clockwatch for the Manchster derby, which has serious implications for European qualification, with a side serving of Merseyside derby, which is more about civic pride, and runs through until the conclusion of Premier League champions Liverpool’s trip to Chelsea.Liverpool v Everton (midday)Manchester United v Manchester City (midday)Crystal Palace v Leicester City (2pm)To...

Sport

6 d. ago Back to London? Super Eagles star tempted by big Premier League move as Crystal Palace lead transfer race

Back to London? Super Eagles star tempted by big Premier League move as Crystal Palace lead transfer race -  Soccernet.ng

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6 d. ago Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner issues FA Cup Final BAN to players

Oliver Glasner has told his Eagles to focus on achieving a Premier League points record before the big Wembley showdown on May 17 when they'll face Pep Guardiola's Manchester City

Sport

6 d. ago Eze does it: England footballer wins celebrity chess tournament

Crystal Palace star beats YouTuber Sapnap in finalEze was taught chess by Michael Olise at training groundEberechi Eze has followed up his starring role in Crystal Palace’s FA Cup semi-final win with another personal success: first place in an online celebrity chess tournament.The 26-year-old England international, who scored as Palace beat Villa 3-0 at Wembley last month, won Chess.com’s four-day, 12-player amateur PogChamps tournament, involving athletes and content creators. Continue reading...

Politics

6 d. ago Man City reveal FA Cup final ticket allocation as steep price rise confirmed

City have confirmed ticket details for the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace

Economics

6 d. ago Tielemans winner keeps Villa racing for Champions League as Fulham falter

This was a narky, gnarly narrow victory but Aston Villa will not mind. After missing out on a Champions League semi-final and an FA Cup final over the previous two matches, Unai Emery’s team enhanced their chances of the top-five finish in the Premier League that would return them to Europe’s elite competition after Youri Tielemans’ first-half header dented Fulham’s own bid for continental competition.Villa have now equalled their 17-match record unbeaten home run in the Premier League, set during Emery’s first season here two years ago, and are level on points with Nottingham Forest, who visit Crystal Palace on Monday, and Chelsea, at home to Liverpool on Sunday, on 60 points. Continue reading...

Sport

7 d. ago Man City fans finally learn FA Cup final details after BBC and ITV showdown

Manchester City will play Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final at Wembley on May 17.

Sport