Back Of The Nest (CPFC Podcast)

Fixtures Released! 19.06.2026 31мин

Chris and Patrick zero in on the newly released schedule for Crystal Palace, focusing on a massive opening month for new manager Pierre Sage. They react to the tricky start away at Everton on August 22, followed immediately by a huge home opener against Manchester City at Selhurst Park.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WE ARE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS! Leipzig & Season Review | The Big Palace Review 05.06.2026 1ч 22мин

Join Chris, Chris, Nick, Mike, Ant, Xavier, and Patrick Lou as the whole crew assembles for the ultimate, unfiltered, emotion-packed review of the greatest night in the 120-year history of our football club. We are looking back at that magical, tense night at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig where Jean-Philippe Mateta's golden boot secured a 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano, giving Oliver Glasner the most legendary, fairytale farewell imaginable.From the chaotic fan march through Germany to the absolute limbs in the away end when the final whistle blew, we relive every second of our European coronation. Plus, we look back at the domestic campaign and the tactical evolution.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player Ratings: Crystal Palace 1 - 0 Rayo Vallecano 30.05.2026 1ч 18мин

Palace are European champions! In the biggest game in the club's 120-year history, Oliver Glasner's side delivered a tactical masterclass at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig to lift the UEFA Conference League trophy. It was a night built on defensive grit, immense focus, and a single moment of clinical quality that will be talked about in South London for generations to come. Palace have not only secured their first-ever major silverware but have officially stamped their ticket to next season's Europa League.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crystal Palace 1 - 0 Rayo Vallecano 28.05.2026 11мин

What a historic night in Leipzig! Crystal Palace have won their first-ever European trophy, defeating Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League final.It was the ultimate fairytale ending for manager Oliver Glasner in his final match in charge of the club, capping off an incredible golden era that included an FA Cup win and a Community Shield over the last 12 months.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crystal Palace 1 - 2 Arsenal 25.05.2026 29мин

The Premier League season concluded at a sultry Selhurst Park with a narrow 2-1 defeat to the newly crowned champions. With the historic Conference League Final in Leipzig just days away, Oliver Glasner heavily rotated his squad, giving several fringe players and youth prospects a chance to test themselves against the best in the land. Despite falling two goals behind, a spirited late rally proved that the Eagles' competitive fire is fully intact ahead of their trip to Germany.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player Ratings; Brentford 2 - 2 Crystal Palace 19.05.2026 39мин

The Eagles were forced to settle for a point in West London as a resilient Brentford side twice came from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw. On an afternoon where Palace initially looked sharp and dangerous, failure to kill the game off when they had the upper hand ultimately allowed the Bees to push back late. We're grading a performance that showed flashes of real quality, but was ultimately undone by a lack of ruthlessness and some tired legs in the closing stagesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brentford 2 - 2 Crystal Palace 19.05.2026 59мин

The Eagles were forced to settle for a point in West London as a resilient Brentford side twice came from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw. On an afternoon where Palace initially looked sharp and dangerous, failure to kill the game off when they had the upper hand ultimately allowed the Bees to push back late. We're grading a performance that showed flashes of real quality, but was ultimately undone by a lack of ruthlessness and some tired legs in the closing stagesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player Ratings: Man City 3 - 0 Crystal Palace 15.05.2026 30мин

The "Etihad Gauntlet" proved too much for a rotated Palace side as Manchester City kept their title hopes alive with a clinical 3-0 victory. Despite a bright start that saw the Eagles nearly lead through Jean-Philippe Mateta, City's quality told with two quick-fire goals before the break. While the second half saw a spirited effort from the bench, the focus remains firmly on managing the squad's fitness for the historic date in Leipzig.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Man City 3 - 0 Crystal Palace 14.05.2026 28мин

The "Etihad Gauntlet" proved too much for a rotated Palace side as Manchester City kept their title hopes alive with a clinical 3-0 victory. Despite a bright start that saw the Eagles nearly lead through Jean-Philippe Mateta, City's quality told with two quick-fire goals before the break. While the second half saw a spirited effort from the bench, the focus remains firmly on managing the squad's fitness for the historic date in Leipzig.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preview: Man City v Crystal Palace 12.05.2026 17мин

The Eagles head to the Etihad Stadium this Wednesday for a midweek clash that carries massive implications at both ends of the table. While Palace are still basking in the glow of reaching the Conference League Final, they face a Manchester City side that is practically perfect on home turf in May. With Pep Guardiola's men sitting just five points behind league leaders Arsenal with a game in hand, the stakes couldn't be higher for the hosts-while Palace look to play the role of ultimate spoilers.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player Ratings: Crystal Palace 2 - 2 Everton 11.05.2026 37мин

The "European hangover" was palpable at Selhurst Park as a weary Palace side twice came from behind to rescue a point against Everton. Just days after securing their place in a historic European final, Oliver Glasner's men looked second-best for large periods, particularly struggling with set-pieces once again. We're grading the squad on their powers of recovery on a day where individual brilliance from the usual suspects saved them from a domestic slip-up.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crystal Palace 5 - 2 Shakhtar Donetsk 07.05.2026 23мин

History has been made at a rocking Selhurst Park! For the first time in their 120-year history, Crystal Palace are heading to a major European final. While the aggregate score reads a comfortable 5-2, the second leg was a night of high tension and "goosebump" moments under the South London lights. Oliver Glasner’s 50th win as manager proved to be his most significant, as the Eagles navigated a spirited Shakhtar fightback to book their flight to Leipzig.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player Ratings: Bournemouth 3- 0 Crystal Palace 05.05.2026 20мин

The European hangover hit hard at the Vitality Stadium as a weary Palace side fell to a 3-0 defeat against a high-flying Bournemouth. With one eye on the upcoming semi-final second leg, Oliver Glasner's heavily rotated squad struggled to find their rhythm against an Iraola side that has now stretched their unbeaten run to a record 15 matches. We're grading a difficult afternoon where individual errors and physical fatigue combined to halt the Eagles' recent momentum.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bournemouth 3 - 0 Crystal Palace 03.05.2026 1ч 5мин

The European hangover hit hard at the Vitality Stadium as a weary Palace side fell to a 3-0 defeat against a high-flying Bournemouth. With one eye on the upcoming semi-final second leg, Oliver Glasner's heavily rotated squad struggled to find their rhythm against an Iraola side that has now stretched their unbeaten run to a record 15 matches. We're grading a difficult afternoon where individual errors and physical fatigue combined to halt the Eagles' recent momentum.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preview: Bournemouth v Crystal Palace 02.05.2026 33мин

Palace head to the Vitality Stadium this Sunday for a clash of two sides with very different end-of-season motivations. While the Eagles are still riding the wave of their historic 3-1 midweek victory over Shakhtar Donetsk in the Conference League, they return to domestic action looking to bounce back from a tough afternoon at Anfield. Facing a Bournemouth side on a record-breaking 14-match unbeaten run, Oliver Glasner's men must balance their Premier League pride with the need to stay fresh for the second leg at Selhurst Park.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player Ratings: Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 3 Crystal Palace 01.05.2026 33мин

The Eagles took a massive step toward their first-ever European final with a clinical 3-1 victory in Krakow. After the disappointment at Anfield, Oliver Glasner's side rediscovered their knockout-stage steel, silencing the "home" crowd with a goal inside the first minute. Despite a brief second-half wobble, Palace showed the tactical maturity of a seasoned European outfit to secure a commanding two-goal cushion for the return leg at Selhurst.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 3 Crystal Palace 01.05.2026 58мин

The Eagles took a massive step toward their first-ever European final with a clinical 3-1 victory in Krakow. After the disappointment at Anfield, Oliver Glasner's side rediscovered their knockout-stage steel, silencing the "home" crowd with a goal inside the first minute. Despite a brief second-half wobble, Palace showed the tactical maturity of a seasoned European outfit to secure a commanding two-goal cushion for the return leg at Selhurst.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preview: Shakhtar Donetsk v Crystal Palace 29.04.2026 35мин

The Eagles' historic European odyssey reaches its penultimate chapter as they travel to Krakow, Poland, to face Shakhtar Donetsk in the first leg of the UEFA Conference League Semi-Final. While the heavy defeat at Anfield was a sobering reminder of the squad's current physical strain, Oliver Glasner's men have proven to be a different beast in knockout football. They face a Shakhtar side boasting deep European pedigree and an Arda Turan-led squad that has been formidable in their temporary Polish home.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/holmesdaleradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player Ratings: Liverpool 3 - 1 Crystal Palace 27.04.2026 32мин

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.

Liverpool 3 - 1 Crystal Palace 25.04.2026 32мин

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.