Crystal Palace Football Club has officially announced the dismissal of their head coach following a string of poor performances that have left the team struggling in the Premier League standings. The decision, confirmed late last night by the club’s management, marks the end of a turbulent chapter for the South London side, who have now gone seven matches without a win in all competitions.
According to sources close to the club, the decision was reached after an emergency board meeting held at Selhurst Park, where senior officials expressed deep concerns about the team’s recent form, tactical inconsistencies, and dressing room morale. The board reportedly felt that the head coach had lost the confidence of both the players and the supporters.
In a statement released by Crystal Palace, the club said:
> “Crystal Palace FC confirms that the head coach has been relieved of his duties with immediate effect. We would like to thank him for his dedication and efforts during his tenure and wish him the very best in his future endeavors. The decision was made in the best interest of the club as we aim to refocus and restore the team’s competitive spirit.”
Under the outgoing manager, Palace endured a difficult start to the season, managing only two victories in their last ten league games. Fans had become increasingly frustrated by the team’s lack of creativity and defensive lapses, which led to a series of heavy defeats against mid-table rivals. Home form, once a strength at Selhurst Park, also deteriorated, with the Eagles failing to secure a win in their last four home matches.
Reports suggest that internal tensions had been mounting in recent weeks, with several senior players expressing dissatisfaction with the manager’s tactics and training methods. The situation reportedly reached a breaking point following last weekend’s 3–0 defeat, a performance described by pundits as “one of the club’s worst in recent memory.”
Assistant coach Darren Powell is expected to take temporary charge of the first team while the club begins its search for a permanent replacement. Early names linked to the role include former Brighton boss Graham Potter, ex-Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui, and current Brentford assistant Brian Riemer.
Club chairman Steve Parish emphasized the importance of stability moving forward:
> “This has been a very difficult decision for everyone involved. However, we believe a change was necessary to give our players and fans renewed belief. Our priority is to bring in a manager who shares our vision for success and can reignite our campaign.”
The news has sparked mixed reactions among fans. While many supporters welcomed the move as “long overdue,” others expressed gratitude for the manager’s previous achievements, particularly his success in maintaining the club’s Premier League status last season.
As Crystal Palace prepare for their upcoming fixture, all eyes will be on who takes the reins next. With the team hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone, the next appointment could determine whether the Eagles soar again—or face a long, hard battle for survival
