LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: A general view of the stadium before the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Manchester City at Selhurst Park on March 11, 2023 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images)
Roy Hodgson was ‘Unlucky’ Before Leaving Crystal Palace
Ex-Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson was “unlucky” during the latter stages of his second spell in charge at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace’s previous manager, Roy Hodgson, was “unlucky” during the latter stages of his second spell at Selhurst Park, as Sky Sports reporter Michael Bridge considers the capital club’s realistic expectations season upon season.
Currently positioned 14th in the Premier League table, the Eagles are eight points above the relegation zone. However, they are still 11 points away from hitting the crucial tally of 40 that typically ensures safety.
Oliver Glasner, the new manager, has a challenging task ahead. He is expected to enhance the team’s style of play on the field while maintaining results that will keep them in the top flight. This responsibility was previously held by Hodgson, who departed in February.
Hodgson’s second spell at Crystal Palace
In May 2021, it looked as though Roy Hodgson’s time at Crystal Palace and career in management had come to a definitive end. The 76-year-old had decided to step down at the end of his contract in south London. He had kept the Eagles comfortably above the Premier League drop zone during his almost four years in charge. Patrick Vieira was chosen to replace the former England boss and impressed in his first season, revamping an ageing squad into a young, attack-minded outfit and finishing 12th in the top flight.
However, in March 2023, Hodgson returned to Palace after his initial successor had gone 12 games without victory, seeing his side sit just three points above the drop zone. An inspired turnaround in form led to the Eagles securing 13 points out of the following possible 18, ensuring they surpassed a tally of 40, confirming their safety in the top flight.
