Championship boss being considered for Crystal Palace job

Swansea City’s Steve Cooper is being tipped to fill the managerial vacancy at Crystal Palace after his agent was spotted at Selhurst Park earlier this week. Roy Hodgson, the current incumbent, announced on Tuesday that he would step down from his post at the end of the season, with Sunday’s trip to Anfield marking the […]

Read More… from Championship boss being considered for Crystal Palace job

Premier League hall of shame: Christian Poulsen

As Roy Hodgson prepares to oversee what may be the final game of his career, one of the least-loved Liverpool players ever comes to mind.   The Premier League Hall of Fame is now fast filling up with the great and good who have graced the top flight ever since the invention of Association Football […]

Read More… from Premier League hall of shame: Christian Poulsen

Hodgson unsure of future after Crystal Palace exit

Roy Hodgson has refused to completely rule out a return to football when he leaves Crystal Palace at the end of the season, but hinted Sunday is likely to conclude his career in the game. The Premier League club confirmed on Tuesday that the 73-year-old would depart his managerial role this summer once his current terms expire, meaning the upcoming […]

Read More… from Hodgson unsure of future after Crystal Palace exit

Roy Hodgson steps down as Crystal Palace manager

Roy Hodgson will leave his role as Crystal Palace manager at the end of the season. The 73-year-old has not indicated he will retire, but with his contract set to expire this summer he will take charge of the Eagles for the last time on Sunday away at former club Liverpool. OPINION: Lampard to Palace […]

Read More… from Roy Hodgson steps down as Crystal Palace manager

Hodgson overjoyed by ‘typical Crystal Palace performance’

Roy Hodgson suggested that his players put in a “typical Crystal Palace performance” to topple Aston Villa at Selhurst Park. First-half goals from John McGinn and Anwar El Ghazi put the visitors on course for victory despite Christian Benteke briefly restoring parity, but the Eagles produced an excellent response after the break. Wilfried Zaha’s deflected […]

Read More… from Hodgson overjoyed by ‘typical Crystal Palace performance’

Why go for Lampard as old dog Hodgson learns new tricks?

Why would Crystal Palace plump for Frank Lampard while Roy Hodgson offers stability and adaptation? Hodgson won’t be drawn on rumours suggesting he will retire at the end of the season, but there have been suggestions Crystal Palace could announce his departure from the club ahead of Arsenal’s visit to Selhurst Park on Wednesday, to allow returning fans […]

Read More… from Why go for Lampard as old dog Hodgson learns new tricks?

Hodgson hails goalscorer Eze after win over Sheff Utd

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has praised Ebere Eze after the midfielder got a goal and an assist in the 2-0 win at Sheff Utd. The 22-year-old joined from Championship side QPR amid plenty of hype and anticipation. He showed once again why the Eagles paid £20million for his services at Bramall Lane. FEATURE: Five […]

Read More… from Hodgson hails goalscorer Eze after win over Sheff Utd

Hodgson admits ‘selfish’ feelings towards Palace documentary

Roy Hodgson would not have welcomed the Amazon cameras delving into the current goings on at Crystal Palace, but is looking forward to watching the ‘When Eagles Dare’ documentary next month. It was announced on Wednesday the broadcaster would launch a new docuseries on June 4, covering the Eagles’ journey from the brink in 2010 […]

Read More… from Hodgson admits ‘selfish’ feelings towards Palace documentary

Hodgson wants Palace to take ‘a few more risks’ vs Blades

Roy Hodgson has promised to release the shackles for Crystal Palace’s final five games of the season with Premier League survival practically secured. The 13th-placed Eagles travel to already-relegated Sheffield United on Saturday eager to end a three-match losing streak. Each of those defeats has been to a top-four club and with Palace able to […]

Read More… from Hodgson wants Palace to take ‘a few more risks’ vs Blades

Hodgson backs Sterling to impress for England this summer

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has backed Raheem Sterling to play a key role for England at the European Championship despite firing another blank for Manchester City at the weekend. The attacker saw his goal drought at club level extend to 11 games following Saturday’s 2-0 victory at Selhurst Park. Sterling’s indifferent form resulted in […]

Read More… from Hodgson backs Sterling to impress for England this summer