Crystal Palace  

Crystal Palace: The Eagles of South London

Crystal Palace Football Club, commonly referred to as simply “Palace,” is a professional football club based in Selhurst, South London, England. The club competes in the Premier League, the top tier of English football. Although formally created in 1905 at the Crystal Palace Exhibition building, the club’s origins trace back to 1861. Here are the key highlights:

1. Titles and Achievements:
   • Palace won the FA Charity Shield in 1910.
   • They reached the FA Cup final in 1990 and were Premier League founder members.
   • Currently, they’re on their longest continuous run in the topflight, with twelve consecutive seasons.
2. Historical Journey:
   • Palace played in the Southern League before joining the Football League in 1920.
   • Their highest league finish was third place in the 1990–91 season.
   • The iconic red and blue vertical stripes define their kit.