2016 kicked off with Palace hosting Chelsea at Selhurst Park but they couldn't mark the turning of a new year with a win as the Blues
ran out comfortable 3-0 winners, however the game did see Wilfried Zaha chalk up
his 200th appearance for the Eagles, and he described his joy as: “I’m buzzing about it - being able to play that many games for the club is amazing. I’ve had so many memories; we’ve gone from administration to being sixth in the Premier League. I’m just so proud to be a part of it."
"Being able to play that many games for #CPFC is amazing."@wilfriedzaha on his 200 apps - https://t.co/8zRmBYx1odpic.twitter.com/boSuOLOO0A
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) January 5, 2016
The January transfer window was open and a new face arrived in the form of
Randell Williams who signed for the development side, but there was bad news for the academy as they were
knocked out of the FA Youth Cup by Aston Villa at Selhurst Park by a 5-1 margin.
On the same day Palace moved into the fourth round of the FA Cup
by beating Southampton with Joel Ward and Zaha on target, and
afterwards Alan Pardew said: "Looking at the results I'd say we've had the best result of the FA Cup this weekend. We're looking for a home draw, we don't really care who. With the fans we've got it's going to be tough for anyone."
PHOTO: @joelward20 fires #CPFC ahead from close range after good work from @jason_punch42. pic.twitter.com/2CTdlVijld
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) January 9, 2016
The @NBCSN Behind The Badge documentary on #CPFC airs today in the US.
Watch it on https://t.co/TTogt72Aro Monday!https://t.co/VRCSI6hLor
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) January 17, 2016
With results not going his way, Pardew strengthened his side by
capturing Emmanuel Adebayor on a free transfer, with the Togolese hitman
vowing: “Whatever the team want to achieve I will follow them - I want to help them win games and that’s what I’m here for. They’re not far from the top five and that’ll be difficult to reach as there are a lot of big games to play, but let’s get out there, have fun and enjoy ourselves.
BREAKING: #CPFC are delighted to announce the signing of striker Emmanuel Adebayor. https://t.co/sImRJ7jlSSpic.twitter.com/aPEoM6bPPe
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) January 26, 2016
The month ended with no more new arrivals but another cup success as Palace set up a fifth round meeting with Spurs by
beating Stoke City 1-0 thanks to that man Zaha again.
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