Roy Hodgson Resigns as Crystal Palace Boss

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Roy Hodgson, at the age of 76, has made the decision to step down as the manager of Crystal Palace. The club has expressed the intention to expedite the process of appointing a new manager following Hodgson's departure, which comes amidst reports of his potential sacking. 

Hodgson, who encountered health issues during training on Thursday, described his connection with the club as deeply meaningful, stating, "This club is very special and means so much to me."

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Crystal Palace, experiencing a string of setbacks with losses in 10 out of their last 16 Premier League games, currently holds the 16th position in the league table, just five points above the relegation zone. As Hodgson steps aside, his assistants Paddy McCarthy and Ray Lewington will helm the team for the upcoming match against Everton, who sit 18th in the league standings.

Oliver Glasner, the former Eintracht Frankfurt manager aged 49, emerges as the frontrunner to succeed Hodgson on a permanent basis. Hodgson expressed his gratitude for the experiences gained during his tenure of six seasons at the club, emphasizing the joy of working with talented players and dedicated staff on a daily basis. He further emphasized his confidence in the team's future success despite the transitional phase.

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This marked Hodgson's second spell as the manager of Crystal Palace, initially returning for the final 10 games of the previous season on a short-term agreement after Patrick Vieira's departure. His interim tenure saw the team secure an 11th-place finish in the league. Hodgson's decision to extend his stay for the 2023-24 season received praise from the club's hierarchy, with Chairman Parish commending his unwavering dedication to Crystal Palace.

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