Get ready for an exciting update on the Crystal Palace squad as we gear up for the London derby! A tale of captains, comebacks, and a quest for victory.
In a comprehensive team news briefing, Manager Glasner has revealed some intriguing developments. He's confirmed the identity of Palace's new vice-captains for the remainder of the 2025/26 season and shared an update on the return of key players. But here's where it gets controversial...
The Eagles, seeking their first Premier League win in eight matches, have had a productive week of training. Glasner expressed, "We had an excellent training week. Dani Muñoz's return at the start of the week and Isma Sarr's triumphant comeback as an AFCON winner with Senegal have energized the team. Sarr's positivity, despite his overnight flight with four children, is a welcome boost for the squad."
And this is the part most people miss... Glasner highlighted how Sarr and Muñoz's positive attitudes have lifted the team's spirits, especially in light of recent poor results. "Their enthusiasm has been infectious, and it's exactly what we need right now."
Additionally, there's good news regarding Cheick Doucouré. After undergoing surgery on January 28th last year, Doucouré has made his first appearance with the group, joining in for a 20-minute warm-up session. "Everyone was thrilled to see Cheicky back, as he's such a beloved member of the team."
But the biggest revelation is the announcement of the new captain and vice-captains. Following Marc Guéhi's departure to Manchester City, Dean Henderson will lead the team, with Will Hughes and Maxence Lacroix as his vice-captains. Glasner also confirmed that Jean-Philippe Mateta will be in action on Sunday.
Now, for the match details:
Crystal Palace vs. Chelsea
Date: Sunday, January 25th
Time: 14:00 GMT
Venue: Selhurst Park
Live Audio Commentary: Palace TV+ (https://www.cpfc.co.uk/supporters/palace-tv-plus/)
Will the Eagles soar to victory, or will Chelsea dominate? Join the discussion in the comments! What are your thoughts on the team's prospects and the new leadership structure? We'd love to hear your predictions and insights.
