Crystal Palace have confirmed Roy Hodgson as manager for the forthcoming season.
The 75-year-old will remain at Selhurst Park after returning to guide them to Premier League safety last term following Patrick Vieira’s departure.
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Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson reflects on his second spell at Crystal Palace after they drew their final game of the Premier League season against Nottingham Forest
Hodgson’s popularity with many of the key players in the Palace squad helped sway the decision.
Upon extending his stay in south London, the veteran manager said: “I am immensely pleased and proud to be extending my time at Crystal Palace, and I would like to thank the Chairman and Sporting Director for their continued faith in me.
“I know what a fantastic squad we have here. It’s a great blend of youth and potential, alongside experienced players with Premier League and international pedigree.
“I have spoken with the Chairman at length and we agreed that we must be ambitious in getting the most out of such talent. As such, we have set ourselves the target of a top-half finish, which we believe is eminently achievable with such a fabulous group of players and the most magnificent supporters who get behind the team, week in, week out.”
Hodgson took over from Vieira in March on a short-term contract, with Palace picking up 18 points from his 10 games in charge as they comfortably stayed in the Premier League, eventually finishing 11th in the table.
Crystal Palace’s 2023/24 Premier League fixtures
Crystal Palace begin their 2023/24 season with a trip to Bramall Line to face newly promoted Sheffield United on August 12.
Palace, who are yet to announce their manager for the forthcoming campaign, then host last season’s runners-up Arsenal at Selhurst Park on August 19 before heading to west London to face Brentford on August 26.
The Eagles take on rivals Brighton on December 23 at home before travelling to the Amex on February 3 for the return fixture on the south coast.
Over the festive period, Palace go to Chelsea on Boxing Day and then host Brentford on December 30.
Palace round off their season by facing Man Utd in south London on May 4 before a trip to Wolves on May 11 and then, finally, the visit of Aston Villa on May 19.
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