Luke Osman

Luke Osman

Sports Journalist · 387 articles

Football Content Executive at Fresh Press Media Ltd.

Hodgson confirms Batshuayi could start against Doncaster
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Hodgson confirms Batshuayi could start against Doncaster

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson believes Michy Batshuayi could start in the team’s FA Cup fifth-round fixture against Doncaster Rovers this weekend. The Eagles boss spoke to the media ahead of his side’s clash with the lower-league opposition and discussed whether or not his new loan signing would feature. Hodgson, as quoted by Reuters, was keen to avoid […]

Strikers who Crystal Palace should target this summer
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Strikers who Crystal Palace should target this summer

Crystal Palace completed the loan signing of Michy Batshuayi on the final day of the January transfer window. The Eagles were left frustrated in their efforts to sign a new forward during the mid-season market, but their persistence paid off in the late stages, with the Belgian arriving from Chelsea temporarily. For now, Palace’s goalscoring woes […]

Wan-Bissaka confident of Palace’s survival hopes
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Wan-Bissaka confident of Palace’s survival hopes

Aaron Wan-Bissaka believes Crystal Palace have what it takes to pull away from the relegation battle this season. The Eagles have been in improved form of late, and the young right-back has been fundamental to Roy Hodgson’s plans, earning yet more plaudits for his consistent displays. Palace were held to a 1-1 draw against West Ham at the weekend but have been […]

Crystal Palace Predicted XI: West Ham (H)
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Crystal Palace Predicted XI: West Ham (H)

Crystal Palace will be looking to secure another win at Selhurst Park this weekend when they welcome West Ham United.  The Eagles were impressive last time out as they defeated Fulham 2-0, courtesy of goals from Luka Milivojevic and Jeffrey Schlupp. West Ham, meanwhile, will take confidence into this short trip to Palace after holding title-challenging Liverpool to […]

Schlupp targets top-half finish for Palace
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Schlupp targets top-half finish for Palace

Crystal Palace man Jeffrey Schlupp has set his sights on a top-half finish for his side this season. The Eagles are currently sat in 14th place and have begun to climb up the Premier League table after a dismal first half of the campaign. Schlupp recently featured and scored in Roy Hodgson’s side’s comfortable 2-0 win against […]

Hodgson insists Dann will stay at Palace
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Hodgson insists Dann will stay at Palace

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson has confirmed that Scott Dann will not be leaving the club this month.  The experienced centre-back was linked with Premier League strugglers Fulham earlier this week, with Claudio Ranieri looking to bolster his side’s survival chances.  Dann recently made his return to the first-team fold after a sustained period on the sidelines. […]

Crystal Palace to face Doncaster away in the FA Cup fifth round
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Crystal Palace to face Doncaster away in the FA Cup fifth round

Crystal Palace will take on Doncaster Rovers away from home in the fifth round of the FA Cup, it has been confirmed.  The Eagles have occupied one of the remaining 16 slots in the competition and will be desperate to advance beyond this stage and into the quarter-finals. Roy Hodgson saw his side overcome Grimsby […]

Crystal Palace linked with David Okereke
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Crystal Palace linked with David Okereke

Spezia forward David Okereke has reportedly emerged as a target for Crystal Palace. It is claimed by Italian news outlet TMW that the Eagles are among the clubs who have been alerted by the good form of the youngster in Serie B this season. Okereke has found the net on six occasions in the second tier of Italian football this […]

Fulham could make Dann swoop
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Fulham could make Dann swoop

Fulham could swoop for Crystal Palace defender Scott Dann this week.  According to claims from Bleacher Report’s Dean Jones via Twitter, a move to Craven Cottage is ‘possible’ for the experienced centre-back.  Twitter: Scott Dann to Fulham is possible but more talks needed in next couple of days to figure out terms of any deal. Would […]

Crystal Palace Predicted XI: Tottenham Hotspur (H)
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Crystal Palace Predicted XI: Tottenham Hotspur (H)

Crystal Palace will be hoping to take advantage of an injury-stricken Tottenham Hotspur in the fourth round of the FA Cup. The Eagles welcome Mauricio Pochettino’s men to Selhurst Park on Sunday afternoon as they go in search of a surprise victory. Roy Hodgson’s side will be looking to get back to winning ways against Spurs after […]

Palace complete the signing of Perri
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Palace complete the signing of Perri

Crystal Palace have confirmed that Lucas Perri has joined the club from Sao Paolo on a short-term loan deal.  Twitter: We’re pleased to announce the signing of Lucas Perri on loan until the end of the season! #CPFC … https://t.co/oB8RfwntPN (@CPFC) Twitter: “It’s an amazing feeling, I’m really glad to join the club.” Get to know Lucas […]

Bolasie linked with Palace return
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Bolasie linked with Palace return

Crystal Palace are interested in re-signing Yannick Bolasie from Everton, according to a report from Football Insider.  It is claimed that the Eagles are preparing a ‘formal move’ to land the DR Congo international, who spent the first half of the season on loan at Aston Villa. Bolasie departed Selhurst Park in a £25 million […]