Ward opens up about his love of the outdoors, keeping holidays adventure-packed and what keeps him rooted amidst the clamour of top-flight football.
He's followed by a feature with Mark Bright in which the former Palace striker explains the loan system, Darren Ambrose's analysis of a possible Liverpool weakness and an interview with local side Corinthian-Casual's assistant manager.
As ever, we also delve into our 19th-century origins, hear from the Palace Women, remember the most unique stories in club history and bring you all the stats, build-up and games.
What's inside
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Club news
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Manager, Chairman and captain’s notes - including Vieira's comments on the Brighton game
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A run-down on the opposition, including analysis and memories, a look at the key players and the stats you need to know
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Seven pages dedicated to the Academy, including: player interviews, updates from the managers and staff, and a look back at our proudest graduates – Bright discusses the loan system, we introduce new Under-23s defender Killian Phillips and Club Historian Ian King looks back on Victor Moses' career
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Insight into our earliest years in the 1800s and a feature on local non-league sides
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Updates from the Palace Women players, stats for all teams, challenges, your comments and more