James Miller, aka the Bard of Selhurst Park, is back for the new season. Here is his poem welcoming the Eagles back for the forthcoming campaign...
New season, new sponsor, new players, new strip,
North London bound for the first away trip.
Solid pre season, as Eagles prepare,
Transfer rumours in the air.
Last seasons team, simply sublime,
as Frazier Campbell's first to sign.
Hangeland next on the dotted line,
who else will we sign in time?
Wilf come home, again fly high,
while other names we're set to buy.
Kelly, Nzonzi so they say,
but who will play this Saturday?
Fingers crossed its Gayle's time,
to shine up front, to lead the line.
Chamakh, Puncheon, Yannick and Glenn,
prove the doubters wrong again.
The Palace faithful, sing once more,
as Eagles spread their wings and soar.
First game a test, show heart, strong will,
be the best, quick start, show skill.
Fortress Selhurst, new seats, new screen,
new pitch, same fans to cheer the team.
Brick wall defence, quick to attack.
Crystal Palace FC, WELCOME BACK.
