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#3 Crystal Palace survive the drop

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Former England manager Roy Hodgson has guided Palace to safety

Crystal Palace lost their first seven games of the season and are the first team since the 1888/89 Liverpool side to survive the drop after having 0 points after 7 games of the season.

Frank de Boer was sacked after a dismal run of results and was replaced by former England manager Roy Hodgson. The Englishman has done a fantastic job at the club and has secured their status as a Premier League team with a comeback victory over Stoke City that also confirmed the Potters relegation.

With injuries plaguing the squad throughout the season, the experienced manager has handled expectations well and delivered.

Palace boasts a strong squad of talented players and with Hodgson's know-how and knowledge of the English game, the London side will be ready to build and rise up the ranks in the table next season.

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Edited by Rohith Nair
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