Back Of The Nest (CPFC Podcast)

The Eagles' momentum hit a brick wall on Merseyside as a clinical Liverpool side took full advantage of a mounting injury list and heavy European legs. Despite a bright start and a controversial second-half goal that briefly silenced Anfield, the sheer quality eventually told. We're grading the squad on their ability to stay competitive in a high-pressure environment while missing the core of their tactical setup.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Eagles' momentum hit a brick wall on Merseyside as a clinical Liverpool side took full advantage of Palace's mounting injury list and heavy European legs. Despite a bright start that saw the traveling fans in full voice, the sheer quality eventually told. We're breaking down a difficult afternoon where the absence of key defensive pillars left Palace exposed to a relentless second-half barrage at Anfield.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool host Crystal Palace at Anfield this Saturday, April 25, in a fixture that has increasingly become a "bogey" matchup for the Reds. While Liverpool are fighting to cement a top-five finish, they face a Palace side that has already beaten them three times across all competitions this season.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A weary Palace side played out a cagey goalless draw against a revitalized West Ham, extending their unbeaten run at Selhurst Park to seven matches. On a night where the physical toll of the European heroics in Florence was evident, the Eagles lacked their usual clinical edge but showed enough defensive discipline to keep a dangerous Hammers attack at bay. We're breaking down a tactical stalemate that moves Palace onto 43 points, firmly cementing their place in the mid-table pack.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

A weary Palace side played out a cagey goalless draw against a revitalized West Ham, extending their unbeaten run at Selhurst Park to seven matches. On a night where the physical toll of the European heroics in Florence was evident, the Eagles lacked their usual clinical edge but showed enough defensive discipline to keep a dangerous Hammers attack at bay. We're breaking down a tactical stalemate that moves Palace onto 43 points, firmly cementing their place in the mid-table pack.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

The Eagles return to Premier League action this Monday night for a cross-capital clash against a desperate West Ham side. While Palace are still buzzing from their historic midweek progression to the Conference League Semi-Finals, the physical toll of that night in Florence has left the squad battered. With the Hammers fighting for their top-flight lives and coming off a dominant 4-0 win over Wolves, this "under-the-lights" encounter at Selhurst Park promises to be a test of pure endurance

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

History was made in Florence as Palace secured their first-ever major European semi-final berth. While the 2-1 loss on the night ended the unbeaten streak, the 4-2 aggregate victory tells the story of a team that did the hard work at Selhurst and showed incredible "South London grit" to survive a chaotic night at the Artemio Franchi. We're grading a performance defined by defensive defiance and a clinical early blow that took the air out of the Tuscan crowd.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

The Eagles have landed in the final four! Despite a 2-1 defeat on the night in a hostile Stadio Artemio Franchi, Palace's clinical first-leg performance proved decisive as they secured a 4-2 aggregate victory. It was a night of gritted teeth and defensive organization as Oliver Glasner's men navigated injuries and a fierce Fiorentina fightback to book a historic UEFA Conference League Semi-Final date with Shakhtar Donetsk.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Eagles head to the historic Stadio Artemio Franchi with one foot firmly in the Conference League Semi-Finals. Holding a commanding 3-0 lead from the first leg, Palace are just 90 minutes away from their first-ever major European semi-final. However, Oliver Glasner will be wary of complacency against a Fiorentina side renowned for their "remontada" spirit and a partisan home crowd that will be desperate to see an early breakthrough.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Palace secured a hard-fought victory at Selhurst Park, overturning a one-goal deficit to claim all three points in dramatic fashion. Despite falling behind to an early second-half strike, the team's persistence paid off as they maintained pressure on the visitors until the final whistle. We're grading the squad on their ability to manage a demanding schedule and find a way to win when momentum seemed to be slipping away.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Jean-Philippe Mateta redemption arc is officially nearly complete (perhaps). On an afternoon that looked destined for frustration, the Frenchman stepped off the bench to score two late goals-including a 94th-minute penalty- to secure a thrilling 2-1 comeback win over Newcastle. Despite William Osula giving a depleted Magpies side the lead against the run of play, Palace's persistence paid off, turning the stadium from a place of tension into a scene of pure jubilation.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Palace return to Premier League action this Sunday as they welcome Newcastle United to Selhurst Park, buoyed by their sensational midweek dismantling of Fiorentina. While the 3-0 European victory has transformed the mood in South London, the focus now shifts back to a mid-table clash that could see the Eagles leapfrog the Magpies in the standings. With Oliver Glasner's side currently sitting 14th on 39 points and Eddie Howe's Newcastle just three points ahead in 12th, this is a prime opportunity for Palace to build on their newfound

momentum.

Support this show http://supporter.acast...

The roof nearly came off Selhurst Park as Palace produced arguably their greatest European performance to date, dismantling the Italian giants 3-0. In a night of pure clinical efficiency, Oliver Glasner's men took a massive step toward the semi-finals, ending their home goal drought in spectacular fashion. We're breaking down a tactical shut-out that left the Vio/a shell-shocked and the Palace faithful dreaming of silverware.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The road to the Conference League final gets significantly steeper as Palace welcome Italian giants Fiorentina to Selhurst Park for the first leg of the Quarter-Finals. After the dramatic "Redemption in Larnaca," Oliver Glasner's men face a side that has reached the final of this competition in consecutive years. It's a night where South London grit meets Tuscan flair, and with a place in the semi-finals on the line, the atmosphere under the lights is expected to be electric.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

The European dream stays alive! Palace showed immense character in the heat of Cyprus to overcome a hostile atmosphere and a stubborn AEK Larnaca side, securing a 2-1 win on the night and a 3-2 victory on aggregate. After a tense, goalless first half that threatened a repeat of the frustrations at Selhurst, the game exploded into life. We're breaking down the individual performances and tactical shifts that finally broke the "Larnaca Curse" and marched the Eagles into the Conference League Quarter-Finals.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast...

The European dream stays alive! Palace showed immense character in the heat of Cyprus to overcome a hostile atmosphere and a stubborn AEK Larnaca side, securing a 2-1 win on the night and a 3-2 victory on aggregate. After a tense, goalless first half that mirrored the frustrations of the first leg, the game exploded into life. We're breaking down the tactical shift that saw the Eagles finally break the "Larnaca Curse" and march into the Conference League Quarter-Finals.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

For the second time in four days, Selhurst Park witnessed a frustrating goalless draw as Palace failed to capitalize on a man advantage against a resilient Leeds United. In a chaotic end to the first half, Dominic Calvert-Lewin missed a penalty for the visitors before Gabriel Gudmundsson was sent off, but despite playing 45 minutes against ten men, the Eagles couldn't find the breakthrough. We're dissecting a performance that Oliver Glasner labeled "nervous," as the gap to the top half remains frustratingly out of reach.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast...

For the second time in four days, Selhurst Park witnessed a frustrating goalless draw as Palace failed to capitalize on a man advantage against a resilient Leeds United. In a chaotic end to the first half, Dominic Calvert-Lewin missed a penalty for the visitors before Gabriel Gudmundsson was sent off, but despite playing 45 minutes against ten men, the Eagles couldn't find the breakthrough. We're dissecting a performance that Oliver Glasner labeled "nervous," as the gap to the top half remains frustratingly out of reach.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast...

The "Larnaca Curse" continues as Palace were held to a scoreless draw in a wet and windy first leg at Selhurst Park. Despite dominating 71% of the possession and racking up 13 shots, the Eagles couldn't find a way past an inspired Zlatan Alomerović in the AEK goal. With boos ringing out from sections of the home crowd at full-time, Oliver Glasner's men now face a daunting task in Cyprus next week to keep their European dreams alive.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Palace shift their focus back to Europe as they welcome AEK Larnaca to Selhurst Park for the first leg of the UEFA Conference League Round of 16. While the stunning 3-1 victory over Spurs has injected some much-needed belief into the club, the Eagles have a score to settle with the Cypriot side. Larnaca have already embarrassed Palace at home once this season during the group stages, and Oliver Glasner knows his side cannot afford another lapse if they want to take a healthy lead to the Mediterranean next week.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.<...

North London was painted red and blue as Palace secured a sensational 3-1 victory, leaving Spurs in total disarray. Despite a controversial VAR decision denying Ismaïla Sarr an early opener and Dominic Solanke giving the hosts a lead, the game flipped in a chaotic ten-minute "implosion" for Spurs. Micky van de Ven's red card for hauling down Sarr opened the floodgates, allowing the Eagles to net three times before the half-time whistle. We're breaking down a tactical masterclass that secured Palace's first-ever back-to-back away league wins at the Tottenham

Hotspur Stadium.

Support this s...

The "Spursy" hoodoo continues for the hosts as Palace secured a sensational 3-1 victory in North London, piling more misery on a Tottenham side that hasn't beaten the Eagles in the league for over a year. Despite missing half a dozen key starters and losing the lead early to an early strike, Oliver Glasner's men showed incredible character to roar back. It was a night defined by clinical finishing and a tactical masterclass that saw Palace leapfrog their rivals and cement their mid-table security

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast...

The Eagles head to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for a high-stakes midweek London derby, looking to bounce back from the VAR controversy at Old Trafford. While Palace have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture recently-including a league double last season-the squad is once again being pushed to its limit. With Spurs winless in their last ten Premier League outings and slipping toward the danger zone, this is a massive opportunity for Oliver Glasner to twist the knife, but he'll have to do it with a severely depleted deck

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.<...

A dominant first half and an early Maxence Lacroix header weren't enough at the Theatre of Dreams, as 10-man Palace ultimately fell to a 2-1 defeat. The game swung on a controversial red card for Lacroix-a decision Oliver Glasner labeled an "Old Trafford bonus"-leaving a heroic Dean Henderson exposed to a late United comeback. We're breaking down the performances to see who stepped up under pressure and who struggled after the momentum shifted.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A dominant first half and an early Maxence Lacroix header weren't enough to secure a result at the Theatre of Dreams, as 10-man Palace ultimately fell to a 2-1 defeat. The game swung on a controversial 56th-minute decision that saw Lacroix sent off for a foul on Matheus Cunha-a call Oliver Glasner labeled "very harsh," suggesting it may have been an "Old Trafford bonus." Despite a heroic display from Dean Henderson against his former club, Bruno Fernandes' penalty and a late Benjamin Šeško header ensured the Eagles left empty-handed.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ho...

The European journey continues as Palace secured their place in the Conference League Last 16 with a professional 2-0 win over Zrinjski Mostar, sealing a 3-1 victory on aggregate. A trademark header from the returning Maxence Lacroix and a stoppage-time sealer from the in-form Evann Guessand provided the breakthrough on a night where tension at Selhurst Park finally gave way to relief. We're breaking down a "perfect night" that saw the Eagles dominate possession and navigate a tricky knockout tie to keep their silverware dreams alive.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on...

The European journey continues as Palace secured their place in the Conference League Last 16 with a professional 2-0 win over Zrinjski Mostar, sealing a 3-1 victory on aggregate. A trademark header from the returning Maxence Lacroix and a stoppage-time sealer from the in-form Evann Guessand provided the breakthrough on a night where tension at Selhurst Park finally gave way to relief. We're breaking down a "perfect night" that saw the Eagles dominate possession and navigate a tricky knockout tie to keep their silverware

dreams alive.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

It's make-or-break under the lights as Palace host HŠK Zrinjski Mostar for a place in the Europa Conference League Last 16. Despite a weekend victory over Wolves stopping the rot in the league, the atmosphere at Selhurst Park is at a fever pitch following Oliver Glasner's "stay humble" comments and the resulting fan protests. With the tie finely poised at 1-1 after a frustrating first leg in Bosnia, can the Eagles focus on the mission at hand, or will the toxic divide between the dugout and the stands swallow up Palace's European dreams?

Support this show http://s...

A 90th-minute winner from Evann Guessand should have been a moment of pure celebration, but Selhurst Park remains a house divided. Despite Dean Henderson's massive penalty save and a result that pulls the club away from the drop zone, the headlines were stolen by a scathing "Glasner Finished" banner and a toxic atmosphere directed at the dugout. We're picking through the wreckage of a victory that felt like a funeral, analyzing the growing chasm between the fans and a manager who seems to be living on borrowed time.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

A dramatic 90th-minute winner from Evann Guessand secured a vital three points for Palace, but the victory was far from a celebration of unity. On an afternoon where Dean Henderson's crucial penalty save kept the Eagles level, the real story unfolded in the stands as fans unfurled a scathing banner reading "Fans disrespected - Glasner finished." We're breaking down a match that felt like a localized civil war, as a late strike against 10-man Wolves offered a lifeline on the pitch while the bridge between the manager and the supporters continues to

burn.

Support...

The stakes couldn't be higher as Palace return to Premier League action for a massive "six-pointer" against bottom-of-the-table Wolves. With just one win in their last 15 matches and the fanbase reaching a breaking point after the midweek draw in Mostar, Selhurst Park is braced for an afternoon that feels like a final judgment on the current regime. Can the Eagles rediscover their home form against a Wolves side that is winless on the road all season, or is the slide toward the bottom three now unavoidable?

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted...

The Eagles' European dream hangs in the balance after a frustrating 1-1 draw in the freezing temperatures of Mostar. Despite Ismaïla Sarr continuing his hot streak with a well-taken opener just before half-time, a costly second-half lapse saw Karlo Abramovic level the scores, leaving Palace with just one win in their last 15 matches. We're breaking down a night where 73% possession wasn't enough to kill the tie, as the traveling fans' patience finally snapped in Bosnia.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Eagles' European dream hangs in the balance after a frustrating 1-1 draw in the freezing temperatures of Mostar. Despite Ismaïla Sarr continuing his hot streak with a well-taken opener just before half-time, a costly second-half lapse saw Karlo Abramovic level the scores, leaving Palace with just one win in their last 15 matches. We're breaking down a night where 73% possession wasn't enough to kill the tie, as the traveling fans' patience finally snapped in Bosnia.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Palace take a break from their domestic nightmare as they fly to Bosnia and Herzegovina for a historic UEFA Conference League play-off first leg. After the gut-punch against Burnley, the Eagles must now find their focus at the Bijeli Brijeg Stadium to keep their European journey alive. With a place in the Last 16 on the line, Oliver Glasner is desperate to see if his side can translate their continental form into a much-needed result away from home.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.<...

Just as it seemed the season had turned a corner,

Selhurst Park was left stunned by a catastrophic seven-minute collapse. Despite a dream home debut for Jørgen Strand Larsen, who netted twice to put the Eagles in total control, Palace managed to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory against 19th-place Burnley. We're picking through the remains of a match that Oliver Glasner described as "unacceptable," slamming the team's lack of intensity and defensive "jogging" as they allowed the Clarets to overturn a two-goal deficit before half-time.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/h...

Just as it seemed the season had turned a corner, Selhurst Park was left stunned by a catastrophic seven-minute collapse. Despite a dream home debut for Jørgen Strand Larsen, who netted twice to put the Eagles in total control, Palace managed to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory against 19th-place Burnley. We're picking through the remains of a match that Oliver Glasner described as "unacceptable," slamming the team's lack of intensity and defensive "jogging" as they allowed the Clarets to overturn a two-goal deficit before half-time.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

The wait is finally over! Palace have snapped their 12-match winless streak in the most satisfying way possible-a gritty 1-0 victory over Brighton at the Amex. In a match where defensive discipline met clinical execution, Ismaïla Sarr proved to be the thorn in the Seagulls' side once again, hammering home the winner after a brilliant setup from debutant Evann Guessand. We're diving into a tactical masterclass that saw the Eagles survive a late Brighton onslaught and climb above their rivals into 13th place.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on Acast. S...

The wait is over! Palace have finally snapped their 12-match winless streak in the most satisfying way possible-a 1-0 victory over Brighton at the Amex. In a match where grit met clinical execution, Ismaïla Sarr proved to be the thorn in the Seagulls' side once again, hammering home the winner on the hour mark after a brilliant setup from debutant Evann Guessand. We're breaking down a tactical masterclass that saw the Eagles survive a Brighton onslaught and climb above their rivals into 13th place.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio.

Hosted on A...

It's the one both fanbases circle on the calendar, but the stakes have rarely felt more desperate. Palace travel to the Amex on Sunday carrying the weight of a 12-match winless streak and a squad that feels like it's being held together by tape. While a gritty point at Forest offered a brief reprieve, the Eagles now face a Brighton side that-despite their own recent struggles-will be smelling blood in the water. Can Oliver Glasner find a way to silence the south coast, or will this rivalry clash be the final straw?

Support this show http://supporter...

Palace's agonizing winless run reaches 12 games, but a gritty 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest at least stops the bleeding. After falling behind to an early Morgan Gibbs-White strike, the game turned on its head when Neco Williams was sent off for a desperate handball on the line. Ismaila Sarr clinical penalty salvaged a point, though the frustration lingers after failing to break down ten men for the entire second half. We're diving into the fallout, including Oliver Glasner's post-match admission that while he was "pleased with the desire," the squad's lack of efficiency in front of goal remains a...