Palace Under-21s Make EFL Trophy History as Powell Praises Resilience
Crystal Palace Under-21s reached the EFL Trophy knockout stages for the first time after overcoming Newport County 2-1 at Rodney Parade.
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Crystal Palace Under-21s reached the EFL Trophy knockout stages for the first time after overcoming Newport County 2-1 at Rodney Parade.
David Angibeaud’s late finish secured a 2-1 victory over Newport County and took Crystal Palace’s Under-21s into the EFL Trophy knockouts for the first time.
David Angibeaud's decisive goal helped Crystal Palace Under-21s beat Newport County 2-1 and progress from Southern Group E.
David Angibeaud's goal secured Crystal Palace Under-21s a 2-1 win at Newport County and confirmed their place in the next round.
David Angibeaud's goal earned Palace a 2-1 victory at Newport County and confirmed their progress from Southern Group E.
Crystal Palace Under-21s face Newport County on Tuesday, with the Group E qualification picture set to be decided by the result and potential penalty shoot-out.
Crystal Palace Under-21s can reach the EFL Trophy knockout stages for the first time in Academy history with victory at Newport County.
Newport County will have forward Shaquille Gwengwe available when they host Crystal Palace Under-21s in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday.
Newport County will restore Shaquille Gwengwe to their squad for Tuesday’s EFL Trophy meeting with Crystal Palace Under-21s.
Newport County will have Shaquille Gwengwe available for Tuesday’s EFL Trophy meeting with Crystal Palace Under-21s.
Pierre Sage has not been approached by Lyon to replace Paulo Fonseca, with the Palace manager remaining in charge at Selhurst Park.
Newport County manager Hayden Mullins is looking forward to facing the club where he began his professional career as Palace Under-21s visit Rodney Parade.
A victory at Newport County on Tuesday would send Crystal Palace Under-21s into the EFL Trophy knockout stages for the first time.
James Maddison has congratulated Luca Williams-Barnett after the Tottenham youngster made his Premier League debut against Crystal Palace.
Luca Williams-Barnett impressed during his brief Premier League debut in Tottenham's 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace, prompting the question of whether he should be handed a full debut at Leeds United.
Crystal Palace loanee Owen Goodman produced several fine saves and assisted Dundee’s late clincher in a 3-1 victory over Kilmarnock.
Newport County manager Hayden Mullins will face his former club when Palace’s Under-21s visit Rodney Parade in a decisive EFL Trophy tie.
Crystal Palace Under-21s captain George King believes the Young Eagles can reach the EFL Trophy knockout stages for the first time with victory at Newport County.
Former Palace captain Hayden Mullins is preparing for an emotional meeting with the Eagles’ Under-21s as Newport County fight to reach the EFL Trophy knockout stages.
Crystal Palace Under-21s can reach the EFL Trophy knockout stages for the first time in Academy history by beating Newport County on Tuesday.
Crystal Palace Under-21s need victory at Newport County on Tuesday to reach the EFL Trophy knockout stages for the first time.
Palace’s 2-0 loss at Tottenham highlighted both the threat of Luca Williams-Barnett and the remarkable travelling support behind Jan Paul van Hecke.
Crystal Palace are uncertain whether to sell Jean-Philippe Mateta in the winter window or keep the striker until his contract expires in the summer.
Crystal Palace Under-18s extended their unbeaten run to five matches after Ajean-Ray Greaves secured a 1-1 draw at Brighton while the Eagles played with 10 men for most of the contest.
Crystal Palace Under-18s visit Brighton on Saturday hoping to extend their winning run and climb the U18 Premier League South table.
Crystal Palace visit Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, 31 October, with live UK television coverage and several official ways to follow the match.
Crystal Palace’s young players developed teamwork, resilience and practical life skills during a Player Care workshop at New Malden Fire Station.
Crystal Palace’s Under-18s travel to Brighton on Saturday looking to extend their winning run, with the match available live on Palace TV+.
Crystal Palace Under-21s must beat Newport County on Tuesday to keep their hopes of reaching the EFL Trophy knockout stages alive.
Crystal Palace defender Nat Kalembo turns 16 after progressing from the Under-18s to first-team involvement in just two months.
Doncaster Rovers centre-half Jay Grehan says former Crystal Palace team-mate Jake O’Brien’s progress with Everton and Ireland motivates his own career ambitions.
Doncaster Rovers centre-half Conor Grehan is drawing motivation from the progress of former Crystal Palace colleague Jake O’Brien.
Donte Martin’s outstanding start to 2026/27 has placed him alongside several of Crystal Palace’s most productive Academy forwards since the club gained Category One status.
Crystal Palace have published matchday information for Wednesday’s fourth-round visit to Fulham, including bag rules, ticket details and transport advice.
Crystal Palace Under-21s suffered a 5-2 Premier League Two defeat to Southampton at Sutton’s 360 Engage Stadium.
Crystal Palace’s Under-21s face Southampton in Premier League 2 tonight, with live coverage available on Palace TV+ from 18:45 BST.
Rio Cardines and Borna Sosa completed full matches in goalless draws, while several other Crystal Palace loanees returned from injury or made further senior appearances.
Crystal Palace’s Premier League meeting with Newcastle United will be shown live on Sky Sports, with further coverage available through Palace TV+ and the club’s official app.
The Young Eagles made it three wins in a row with a 5-3 victory over Reading, although Javier Alonso was unhappy with their second-half performance.
Steve Kember officially returned to Crystal Palace from Leicester City on 24 October 1978, beginning another important chapter in his long association with the club.
Crystal Palace Under-18s survived a late Reading rally to claim a 5-3 victory and extend their winning run to three matches.
Crystal Palace’s Under-18s welcome Reading on Saturday, with the match available to watch live on Palace TV+ from 11:30 BST.
Palace Under-18s will aim to extend their unbeaten run to four matches when they host Reading on Saturday.
Jean-Philippe Mateta scored on his first start since the opening day, but Crystal Palace were held to a 2-2 draw by Besiktas in Istanbul.
Pierre Sage must improve Crystal Palace’s results and defensive performances against Besiktas and Newcastle to avoid a likely change in the dugout.
Crystal Palace Under-21s host Southampton at Sutton United’s 360 Engage Stadium on Monday evening, with tickets available from £1.
Crystal Palace’s predominantly Under-16 side has won all three Group B matches to advance in the Under-17 Premier League Cup.
The Crystal Palace full-back has reflected on his rapid rise, landmark matches and the FA Cup triumph he considers the high point of his career.
The Palace Under-21 forward has overcome repeated injury setbacks to make an impressive start to the 2026/27 campaign.
Simon Jordan has argued that Chelsea deserve greater criticism than Manchester City over financial-rule breaches.
Pierre Sage is expected to lead Crystal Palace into the next two matches, but his position is under serious scrutiny following the 5-0 defeat at Brighton.
Owen Goodman produced a standout display for Dundee while Jesurun Rak-Sakyi continued his strong start at Kasımpaşa with another goal contribution.
Palace have conceded 17 goals in seven league matches, leaving Pierre Sage’s position under serious scrutiny after the 5-0 defeat at Brighton.
Adler Nascimento scored three times as Crystal Palace Under-21s recovered from an early setback to defeat Leeds United 4-1 in Premier League 2.
Crystal Palace Under-18s produced a dominant 6-2 victory at Ipswich Town, with Donte Martin scoring three times in a five-goal first half.
Crystal Palace supporters can watch the trip to Brighton live on Sky Sports or follow the match through Palace’s official digital channels.
Crystal Palace’s Under-18s and Under-21s will both be in action this weekend, with trips to Ipswich Town and Leeds United respectively.
Crystal Palace have announced revised dates and kick-off times for three of their Under-21s’ Premier League 2 fixtures.
Pierre Sage has named a reshuffled Crystal Palace starting XI for the Europa League meeting with Lyon, including first-season starts for Ismaïla Sarr and Óscar Mingueza.
Paulo Fonseca and Tyler Morton have discussed Pierre Sage’s return to Lyon as Crystal Palace prepare for their Europa League meeting.
Crystal Palace Under-21s fell to a 4-1 defeat against Anderlecht in the Premier League International Cup after a strong second-half performance could not overturn a difficult opening period.
Zavier Gozo is expected to feature for Crystal Palace Under-21s against RSC Anderlecht in the Premier League International Cup tonight.
Crystal Palace’s Young Eagles will aim to strengthen their Premier League International Cup campaign when Anderlecht visit Sutton on Wednesday evening.
Darren Powell’s Young Eagles return to Premier League International Cup action against Anderlecht with a place in the knockout stages in sight.
Crystal Palace supporters can follow five live fixtures on Palace TV+ as the first team and Academy sides take part in European, league and cup matches.
Young Palace supporters aged 5-15 can train at the club’s Academy during the October half-term for £15.
Darren Powell’s side return to action on Wednesday with quarter-final qualification in their sights after beating PSG in their opening group match.
Borna Sosa helped Köln to Rhine derby victory, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi scored his first goal for Kasımpaşa and Thiago Speroni began a new loan spell with Dagenham & Redbridge.
Palace secured a 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest, but Pierre Sage acknowledged that his side were fortunate and must improve defensively.
Former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner wants Nottingham Forest to return to winning ways when the sides meet in a keenly anticipated Premier League contest.
Crystal Palace Under-18s swept aside Leeds United 3-0 to keep their hopes of reaching the Premier League Cup quarter-finals alive.
Crystal Palace Under-18s strengthened their bid to reach the U18 Premier League Cup quarter-finals with a 3-0 win over Leeds United.
Oliver Glasner has reshaped James McAtee into a deeper creative midfielder at Nottingham Forest, setting up a fascinating contest with Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton.
Daichi Kamada’s Carabao Cup chip against Middlesbrough has been voted Crystal Palace’s best goal of September.
Crystal Palace Academy kit manager Josh Farr has detailed the organisation, preparation and personal pride involved in supporting the club’s young players from the Under-8s to the Under-21s.
The American winger says adapting to Palace and the Premier League has been difficult but necessary for his ambitions.
The Young Eagles must beat Leeds United on Saturday to keep their hopes of retaining the Premier League Cup alive.
Javier Alonso believes Crystal Palace’s Under-18s are ready for Saturday’s Premier League Cup meeting with Leeds United after a productive international break.
The Crystal Palace defender has been recognised by supporters after an impressive September at both ends of the pitch.
Palace have announced new dates for revamped Selhurst Park Stadium Tours, including access to replica FA Cup, Community Shield and UEFA Conference League trophies.
Crystal Palace host Nottingham Forest on Sunday, with supporters able to follow the match on Sky Sports, Palace TV+ and the Official Palace App.
Crystal Palace Under-21s will host RSC Anderlecht in the Premier League International Cup on 14 October, with tickets available from ÂŁ1.
Crystal Palace striker Jørgen Strand Larsen is aiming to rediscover his best form and improve on his previous Premier League goal tally during his first full season at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace’s Under-18s face Leeds United on Saturday morning knowing victory is vital to their hopes of reaching the U18 Premier League Cup quarter-finals.
Crystal Palace’s Under-21s are continuing their preparations at the Academy ahead of their return to Premier League International Cup action.
The 18-year-old midfielder has made a strong impression in Crystal Palace’s Academy and recently stepped into first-team football.
Crystal Palace Academy scholars have explored the challenges of sustaining a professional football career and managing money during an interactive finance session.
The Chile international’s switch to Palace followed a structured development programme at Midtjylland, including English lessons, nutrition support and regular first-team football.
Crystal Palace handed three Academy players their non-competitive senior debuts while four more youngsters were included among the substitutes against Bristol City.
Crystal Palace were beaten 2-0 by Bristol City as several members of the squad gained valuable minutes during the international break.
Crystal Palace face Bristol City at 12:30 BST on Saturday 3 October, with supporters able to watch the mid-season friendly live on Palace TV+ or attend at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage has discussed team selection, transfer plans and his ambitions before the Eagles begin their Premier League campaign at Everton.
Crystal Palace host Bristol City in a mid-season friendly on Saturday 3 October, with Under-18s admitted free and ticket revenue supporting Palace for Life Foundation.
Crystal Palace Academy scholars have taken part in a workshop covering the challenges of reaching the professional game and managing earnings responsibly.
Alfie Mulvenna found the net for Northern Ireland Under-17s while Lucca Benetton kept a clean sheet on his first England appearance.
As Bristol City visit Selhurst Park, we revisit five players whose careers connected the Eagles with the Robins.
Alfie Mulvenna found the net for Northern Ireland Under-17s, while Taha Majni wore the armband for Morocco Under-20s during the international break.
Crystal Palace overcame difficult circumstances to claim a memorable 1-0 victory at Manchester United on 30 September 2023.
Shanade Hopcroft has been selected by the Republic of Ireland for their Women's World Cup play-off against Kazakhstan.
Crystal Palace’s international-break friendly against Bristol City offers affordable tickets, family entertainment and the chance to see first-team players in action.
Zavier Gozo made his senior United States debut while Daichi Kamada featured in Japan’s consecutive friendly victories during the international break.
Crystal Palace left-back Tyrick Mitchell is reportedly being considered by Juventus, with Liverpool and Manchester United also interested.
Palace supporters can watch the Eagles face Bristol City at Selhurst Park on 3 October, with Under-18s admitted free and family tickets available from ÂŁ15.
Palace manager Pierre Sage has discussed his coaching journey, the club’s identity and his ambitions before facing Manchester City in his first home Premier League match.
A third of Crystal Palace’s Academy scholars achieved at least one grade 7, 8 or 9 in their GCSEs, with several players recording multiple top marks.
A win at Plymouth Argyle could send Crystal Palace Under-21s into the EFL Trophy knockout stages, depending on the result between Swindon Town and Newport County.
Eleven senior Crystal Palace players have been selected by their countries for fixtures during the upcoming September-October international break.
Palace Under-21s visit Plymouth Argyle on Tuesday night, with supporters able to attend at Home Park or follow the game through Sky Sports+ and Palace’s digital channels.
The Crystal Palace goalkeeper will face Exeter’s biggest rivals when the Young Eagles continue their EFL Trophy campaign at Home Park.
Crystal Palace’s Young Eagles visit Plymouth Argyle on Tuesday evening knowing victory would strengthen their hopes of reaching the EFL Trophy knockout stages.
Rio Cardines registered his sixth assist in seven league matches as Bristol City defeated Watford 1-0.
Crystal Palace youngsters have received international call-ups from Under-16 to Under-20 level, while Joel Drakes-Thomas has withdrawn through injury.
Crystal Palace’s visit to Leeds United will be shown live in the UK, with supporters also able to follow the match through Palace’s digital platforms.
The Young Eagles suffered a frustrating 1-0 defeat to Blackburn Rovers, but Darren Powell remains positive about their start to the 2026/27 campaign.
Crystal Palace Under-18s produced a remarkable second-half comeback to earn a 3-3 draw against unbeaten Fulham at the Academy.
A missed penalty double and second-half red card proved costly as Crystal Palace Under-21s lost 1-0 to Blackburn Rovers in Premier League 2.
Leeds boss Daniel Farke believes Crystal Palace are far stronger than their three-point Premier League return suggests.
Daniel Farke has praised Crystal Palace ahead of Sunday's meeting with Leeds United, while providing updates on his squad.
Crystal Palace’s Under-18s and Under-21s will both be in action on Saturday, with Fulham visiting the Academy and Blackburn Rovers hosting the development side.
Daniel Farke believes Crystal Palace are stronger than last season after making a positive impression in recent campaigns and adding quality during the summer.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke has praised Crystal Palace’s recent success and believes the Eagles are stronger than last season.
Daniel Farke says Crystal Palace have strengthened over the summer and will provide Leeds United with a formidable Premier League challenge on Sunday.
Leeds United have confirmed that playmaker Harry Wilson will miss Sunday’s meeting with Crystal Palace because of a quad injury.
Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage wants his side to turn their Europa League momentum into Premier League points against Leeds before the international break.
Crystal Palace Under-21s will visit Plymouth Argyle on Tuesday, 22 September, with tickets now available for the EFL Trophy group-stage match.
Crystal Palace will field the same starting side that faced Ipswich, while IsmaĂŻla Sarr and Eddie Nketiah return to the matchday squad.
Palace have announced the death of former goalkeeper Kevin Miller, who made 76 appearances for the club.
Former Palace goalkeeper Kevin Miller has died unexpectedly at the age of 57 while working as Wigan Athletic’s goalkeeping coach.
Niels Frederiksen says facing Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park represents one of the biggest matches in Lech Poznań’s history.
The Palace head coach insists his relationship with Steve Parish remains transparent after questions were raised over Jaydee Canvot’s omission.
Crystal Palace supporters can now secure tickets for the Under-21s’ first home Premier League 2 fixture of the 2026/27 season.
Crystal Palace’s Under-21s return to Premier League 2 on Saturday aiming to make it five games without defeat against Blackburn Rovers.
Crystal Palace will host their first UEFA Europa League pre-match press conference in South London at 15:00 BST today ahead of Thursday’s meeting with Lech Poznań.
Pierre Sage is reportedly facing frustration from Crystal Palace president Steve Parish after leaving Jaydee Canvot out of the squad for the defeat to Ipswich.
Darren Powell praised Crystal Palace’s character after the Under-21s overturned a deficit to beat Swindon Town 2-1 in the EFL Trophy.
Crystal Palace Under-21s came from behind to beat Swindon Town 2-1 and begin their 2026/27 EFL Trophy campaign with a win.
Crystal Palace begin their Europa League campaign against Polish champions Lech Poznań, who arrive with domestic success and notable European experience.
Crystal Palace’s 1998 Intertoto Cup campaign took them to Samsun, where a young squad endured extreme heat, a hostile atmosphere and a second 2-0 defeat.
Crystal Palace’s Under-21s will face Swindon Town, Plymouth Argyle and Newport County away from home in Group E of the Vertu Trophy.
Franco Umeh’s second-half deflected goal secured a 1-0 victory over Jong PSV and delivered the trophy to Crystal Palace’s Under-21s.
Crystal Palace’s Under-21s will face Paris Saint-Germain, PSV Eindhoven, Anderlecht and Porto in Group D of the Premier League International Cup.
Crystal Palace Under-21s open their 2026/27 EFL Trophy campaign at Swindon Town on Tuesday, with supporters able to attend or stream the match.
Crystal Palace’s unbeaten Under-21s begin their 2026/27 EFL Trophy campaign away to Swindon Town on Tuesday evening.
Jesurun Rak-Sakyi scored the decisive goal as Crystal Palace opened their pre-season schedule with a 1-0 victory over South London rivals Millwall.
Crystal Palace’s Under-21s will begin their 2026/27 EFL Trophy campaign away to Swindon Town before visiting Plymouth Argyle and Newport County.
Crystal Palace Under-18s were denied a deserved reward for their efforts as Arsenal claimed a 2-0 victory in the U18 Premier League South.
Javier Alonso believes Crystal Palace Under-18s are progressing and wants them to convert that improvement into points against Arsenal on Saturday.
Javier Alonso’s side travel to Arsenal on Saturday hoping to convert recent positive performances into points and end a four-match losing streak.
Crystal Palace’s Under-18s visit Arsenal on Saturday morning seeking a return to winning form, with the match available live on Palace TV+.
Cheick Doucouré could return to the Crystal Palace squad against Ipswich after illness delayed his comeback from two serious knee injuries.
Lead Academy Performance Nutritionist Sarah Lawson Tilley has outlined how Palace supports players’ development through tailored nutrition, education and practical daily routines.
Crystal Palace’s Under-21s will visit Swindon Town in the Vertu Trophy on Tuesday, with away tickets available from £2.
The striker’s spectacular late effort on his competitive Under-18s debut has been selected as Crystal Palace’s LOADED Goal of the Month for August.
The Palace goalkeeper has begun 2026/27 strongly after overcoming setbacks and competition for his place since arriving from Exeter City.
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of 16-year-old Crystal Palace forward Mylo Bernard after his prolific campaign in the Eagles’ academy.
Crystal Palace have completed the signing of 18-year-old Union Touarga defender Taha Majni, who arrives after senior and international experience.
Crystal Palace Under-18s were beaten 4-2 by Tottenham Hotspur after surrendering a two-goal advantage in the U18 Premier League South.
Crystal Palace's young Eagles host Tottenham at Copers Cope on Saturday morning in the U18 Premier League South.
Crystal Palace’s Under-18s face Tottenham Hotspur at Copers Cope on Saturday, with the match available live on Palace TV+.
Crystal Palace began pre-season with a convincing win over Swindon Town at the Academy, with a Matheus França hat-trick and an Eddie Nketiah brace helping the Eagles to a 5-1 win in Pierre Sage's first game in charge.
Tickets are now on sale for Crystal Palace Under-21s’ first three home league games of the 2026/27 season.