CRYSTAL PALACE

Crystal Palace is a professional football club based in South London, England. The club has a rich history and has established itself as a mainstay in English football.

History

Crystal Palace was founded in 1905, initially playing at the Crystal Palace Exhibition building in Sydenham. The club went through several ups and downs in its early years, but it won its first major trophy, the Full Members’ Cup, in 1991. The club also made it to the 1990 FA Cup final but lost to Manchester United in a replay.

In recent years, Crystal Palace has established itself as a competitive team in the Premier League, thanks in part to the leadership of manager Roy Hodgson. The club has also invested heavily in its facilities, including a state-of-the-art training ground, to support its long-term goals.

Trophies

Crystal Palace has won several lower-tier trophies, including the Full Members’ Cup in 1991, the Football League Championship in 1979, and the Football League Third Division in 1961. While the club has not won any major trophies, it has had several notable successes, including reaching the FA Cup final in 1990 and securing a place in the Europa League in 2016.

Rivalries

Crystal Palace has several local rivalries, with its main rivals being Brighton & Hove Albion and Charlton Athletic. The rivalry with Brighton is known as the M23 derby. It is particularly intense, with both sets of fans eagerly anticipating the matches. The rivalry with Charlton Athletic is also strong, with both teams regularly competing against each other in the Championship.

Revenues

Crystal Palace has seen a significant increase in its revenues in recent years, thanks in part to its success in the Premier League. In the 2019-20 season, the club had a total revenue of £155.4 million, up from £87.5 million just five years earlier. The club’s revenue streams come from matchday income, broadcasting revenue, and commercial revenue. The club has also invested in its infrastructure, including its Selhurst Park stadium, to support its long-term financial goals.