Wasn't thrilling, but look on the bright side - we managed to retain a 1-0 lead.

Dad and I watched games standing on the muddy slope of the Holmesdale Road end. He cheered and I rattled.

And that's it - 1-0

Riding the roller coaster that is Crystal Palace for over 50 years

Nice 1

My take on teh game:

1. The Norwegian champions, for all their possession, didn't trouble either of our keepers, whereas, in addition to the goal, Ahamada hit the bar and their keeper was forced into a couple of saves.

2. Schlupp should have done better with his chance. The situation was crying out for him to dink it over the keeper; instead he gave the keeper the chance to save with his leg.

3. Too many loose passes, especially in the 2nd half, although Richards misplaced a few kin the 1st.

4. Of the youngsters:
- Imray looked good playing as an RCB IMO, although he was clearly itching to have played further forward instead of Clyne, who, IMO, was pretty average (and that's being kind).
- Not one of Ozoh's better games IMO, although he did hold his own strengthwise on a couple of occasions
- Umeh started well but then found himself doing too much defensive work
- Rodney seemed to cope OK
- Likewise Devenny

5. Despite the win, it was clear that our players need to improve their passing.

That's my take - others are, of course, free to differ.

Hughes, its only a friendly

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First half was, second was royball