I don’t mean to be overly negative before a ball is kicked…
But many of the World Cup pitches look absolutely terrible.
They’ve had YEARS to prepare for the World Cup, every resource available to make it a success and it’s really disappointing.
They are jeopardising careers.
16 years ago, Steve Parish led a consortium
to purchase Crystal Palace and save the club from a second spell in administration and imminent liquidation. He also negotiated a £3.5m deal to buy Selhurst Park.
Under his leadership, Crystal Palace have gone onto win 3 trophies. 👏