When Eagles Dare charts Crystal Palace F.C.’s remarkable resurgence from financial ruin and administration in 2010, to playing in the 2013 Championship Play-Offs for promotion to the Premier League.

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## Another World Cup winner ##
> Conor Gallagher joined Palace on loan in summer 2021, and scooped the fans' Man of the Match on his competitive debut. Some start.

Gallagher joined Palace on loan from Chelsea after a first full season of Premier League football at West Bromwich Albion, where he scored twice and assisted twice in 32 appearances.

After progressing through the youth system at Chelsea and featuring in the matchday squad as they won the 2019 Europa League final, the midfielder made a successful loan move to Charlton Athletic in 2019/20, where three goals in his first six appearances saw him crowned the Football League’s Young Player of the Month for August.

Moving to Swansea City for the second half of the 19/20 season, Gallagher was part of the Swans side to secure a play-off spot alongside now-Palace teammate Marc Guéhi, contributing seven assists in just 19 Championship games.

An England Under-21 international, he also won the Under-17s World Cup with England in 2017 and has represented the Young Lions at all levels from Under-17 to Under-21 – playing 32 international youth games so far.

Gallagher became Palace’s fifth signing under Patrick Vieira, after Joachim Andersen joined Guéhi, Michael Olise and Remi Matthews in south London.

He earned his competitive debut in a Palace shirt when taking on Brentford at Selhurst Park in August 2021, and received the club's Man of the Match vote for his performance.

Gallagher's domestic success for Palace earned him his first senior England call-up in November 2021, with Gareth Southgate naming the midfielder in his group which travelled to San Marino for a World Cup qualifier.

Recognition continued to follow when Palace fans voted Gallagher as their 2021/22 Player of the Season.

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Kelly joined Palace in summer 2014 and made 148 appearances during his time, helping to secure a 10th-place finish in his first season and scoring the game’s only goal in an FA Cup win over Tottenham Hotspur that led to the 2016 final.

He leaves as one of the longest-serving members of the squad, with only Joel Ward and Wilfried Zaha ahead of him.

Commenting on Kelly’s commitment, Chairman Steve Parish said: "Martin has shown a unique level of dedication while serving Crystal Palace. From his earlier seasons with us that established the club in the Premier League to his role as a senior, leading member of the squad, he has given no less than his all to this club in whatever position he was asked to play.

“We’ve had some big, important wins against some big teams with Martin in the team and he’s made a massive contribution to where we are today. He leaves with the very best wishes of everybody here."

Kelly himself said: "Although the last couple of seasons have been frustrating not playing as much as I'd like to, I've always tried to be professional and help the lads off the pitch as well as on the pitch, and to help the younger lads coming through. I've tried to find ways to make my worth in the squad whether I've played or not.

"I've always kept myself ready and as fit as possible for when the chances came, and I leave on a positive from the club because they gave me the chance over the past eight seasons to play for such a big side in London. They will be forever in the memories of me and my family, and we'll always be part of Palace."

Everyone at Crystal Palace would like to express their gratitude for Martin’s efforts, and wish him the very best for the future.

Martin Kelly will depart Crystal Palace F.C. after eight years with the club upon the expiry of his contract this summer.

Martin Kelly to depart Crystal Palace after eight years

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Patrick Vieira and his players thanked the fans for their support throughout the season, as Palace registered famous home victories over Arsenal, Tottenham and Man Utd.

"I want to thank you very much for your support," Vieira told the crowd. "You’ve been unbelievable and it was a great experience for me.

"I loved every single home game. So thank you for your support and we’ll see you all next season with a higher ambition."

You can read Vieira's [full address to the fans HERE](https://www.cpfc.co.uk/news/first-team/live-blog-crystal-palace-v-manchester-united-final-premier-league-game-at-selhurst-park/2022-05-22/).

Check out the best photos from the lap of appreciation in the gallery!

Crystal Palace's players and staff bid farewell to Selhurst Park this season with a lap of appreciation after beating Manchester United on the final day - check out the best shots in the gallery!

Gallery: Palace players and families end season with lap of appreciation

Crystal Palace v Manchester United (2022-05-22)

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You can read what he said in full below. 

"It \[winning\] was really important for us. We really wanted to finish the really good season with a win and I can’t tell you how proud I am of the players. I really enjoyed working every single day with them. This is a really good group of professional players and to deal with them on and off the field was really easy.

"The message is really clear and really simple. It’s been a really good season. I think we have to recognise the really hard work from the staff, from the technical department to the press office, medical staff, we’ve been working really well and I think they deserve a lot of credit.

"Of course what is important is I strongly believe there is a really good identity at the club. There is a really strong relationship between you guys and the players and this is important to maintain. We had really good success at home because of the support you gave to us game after game.

"I will keep it really short but you can be really proud of the players. I talk about their professionalism but their desire to compete every single day, the work they’ve been doing in training to challenge themselves, to work hard and work well. You guys can be really proud of the players.

"Of course, with the staff, with the players, I want to thank you very much for your support. You’ve been unbelievable and it was a new experience for me. I loved every single home game but the away games you’ve \[also\] been supporting the team. So thank you for your support and we’ll see you all next season with a higher ambition."

Patrick Vieira addressed the Crystal Palace crowd after the club’s 1-0 win over Manchester United, giving them one final message at the end of the 2021/22 season.

Read Patrick Vieira’s final game speech to fans in full

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