Crystal Palace Overview

Crystal Palace FC v Rayo Vallecano de Madrid - UEFA Conference League Final 2026

Palace offer Mateta new deal

Crystal Palace have moved to secure the long-term future of Jean-Philippe Mateta by offering the striker a new contract extension. The south London club are determined to tie down their star forward to prevent any risk of a cut-price departure or a future free transfer.

Inter put Chalobah move on hold as Chelsea prepare Lacroix bid

Inter have temporarily paused their pursuit of Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah to focus on other priorities, as the Premier League side await his departure before making a formal approach for Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix. The Italian champions are carefully plotting their next moves in the transfer market while maintaining strong diplomatic relations with Como.

Forest confirm Glasner appointment - with ex-Palace boss set to earn £13m-a-year

Nottingham Forest have officially confirmed the appointment of Oliver Glasner as the club's new head coach. The Austrian arrives at the City Ground with a massive reputation following a trophy-laden stint at Crystal Palace and is reportedly set to become one of the highest-paid managers in the Premier League.

Chelsea v Leeds United - Emirates FA Cup Semi Final

Chalobah settles on Chelsea exit plan

Trevoh Chalobah has prioritised a move to Italy despite attracting interest from the Premier League. Inter have stepped up talks over personal terms, while Chelsea could also use the defender in negotiations with Crystal Palace as they pursue Maxence Lacroix this summer.

Forest confirm Pereira sacking ahead of Glasner appointment

Nottingham Forest have officially sacked manager Vitor Pereira after exercising a break clause in his contract, paving the way for former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner to take charge. The surprise departure ends Pereira's tenure after he successfully kept the club in the Premier League and reached a Europa League semi-final, with Glasner now set to become their fifth manager in under a year.

Aston Villa FC v Nottingham Forest FC - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 Semi-Final Second Leg

Revealed: The brutal method Forest told Pereira of surprise sacking

Nottingham Forest have once again lived up to their reputation for managerial volatility by parting ways with Vitor Pereira in truly dramatic fashion. Despite steering the club to Premier League safety and a deep European run last season, the Portuguese coach has been ruthlessly moved aside to make way for former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
6	Chelsea		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
7	Coventry City		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
8	Crystal Palace		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
9	Everton		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
10	Fulham		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

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Frequently asked questions

When were Crystal Palace founded?

Crystal Palace was originally founded in 1861 by the members of the Crystal Palace Company, who first founded a cricket club in 1857. The football team remained amateur until turning professional in 1905. Crystal Palace are the oldest football club still actively playing professional football in the world.

Who are the owners of Crystal Palace?

Steve Parish, who bought a stake in the club in 2010, has a 10% stake in Crystal Palace. American businessman John Textor, through his company Eagle Football Holdings, owns a 45% majority stake. Josh Harris and David Blitzer own 18% stake each, while investor Robert Franco owns 5% stake in the club.

What is Crystal Palace's stadium called?

Crystal Palace play their games at the Selhurst Park, which has been the club's home ground since 1924.

What is Selhurst Park's capacity?

Selhurst Park has a capacity of 25,486. From 1985 to 1991, and from 1991 to 2003, Charlton Athletic and Wimbledon shared the venue with Crystal Palace, respectively.

How many trophies have Crystal Palace won?

Crystal Palace are yet to win a single major honour, making it to the FA Cup final twice.

How many Premier League (top flight) titles have Crystal Palace won?

No manager has led Crystal Palace to an English top flight title yet, with their best-ever finish coming in the 1990-91 season, when they finished third.

Who has made the most appearances for Crystal Palace?

Former Scottish centre-back Jim Cannon holds the record for making the most appearances for Crystal Palace, playing 600 games while spending his entire career at the Selhurst Park.

Who is Crystal Palace's all-time top goalscorer?

Peter Simpson scored 165 goals during his five-season stint at the club (1929-30 to 1933-34) and is Crystal Palace's all-time top goalscorer.

Which famous players have played for Crystal Palace?

Wilfried Zaha, Ian Wright, Wayne Hennessey, and Christian Benteke are some of Crystal Palace's most famous players ever.

Which famous managers have been in charge of Crystal Palace?

Edmund Goodman, Terry Venables, Alan Pardew, Roy Hodgson, Frank de Boer, and Patrick Vieira are Crystal Palace's most famous managers ever.

What is Crystal Palace's nickname?

Crystal Palace are famously known as The Eagles, a reference to their club badge which consists of an eagle holding a football.