Crystal Palace has made the first managerial change of the new Premier League season, parting ways with head coach Frank de Boer after just 77 days in charge. The decision comes on the heels of the team’s fourth consecutive defeat—a 0-1 loss to Burnley—which has left the club anchored at the bottom of the table. For football fans around the world keeping track through BD Cricket Live, this early dismissal was both surprising and, to some, inevitable.
De Boer’s brief tenure now goes down in history as the shortest managerial stint in Premier League history. Despite high hopes when he took the reins, the Dutchman was unable to produce results. Palace failed to score a single league goal under his leadership, and mounting pressure from both fans and the board ultimately led to his dismissal. In an official statement, the club thanked De Boer for his dedication and hard work, wishing him the best in his future endeavors while noting that a new head coach will be announced soon.
One of the leading candidates to take over the reins is former England manager Roy Hodgson. British media reports suggest Hodgson is close to finalizing a two-year contract with Crystal Palace, with an annual salary of £2.5 million. If he manages to guide the team to safety this season, he’ll reportedly receive an additional £1 million bonus. Hodgson has been out of management since stepping down after England’s disappointing Euro 2016 campaign, but his extensive Premier League experience makes him a logical choice for Palace’s rescue mission.
The club had initially considered bringing back former boss Sam Allardyce, but the 62-year-old turned down the offer. Hodgson, however, appears willing to return to the dugout for what could be one of the most challenging jobs of his career. His appointment would bring a stabilizing presence and a deep understanding of English football culture—traits that Crystal Palace desperately needs right now.
As the Premier League season heats up, supporters following BD Cricket Live are paying close attention to whether Hodgson can steer the struggling side away from relegation. With the league’s competitive nature and the stakes higher than ever, Palace’s gamble to make a managerial switch this early could either pay off handsomely—or backfire spectacularly. Regardless, for BD Cricket Live audiences, it’s yet another reminder that in football, fortunes can change in the blink of an eye.