Inside Crystal Palace l What It Takes To Run A Premier League Club

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  • Опубликовано: 16 май 2024
  • In this new episode I visited Crystal Palace going behind-the-scenes as we gain exclusive access to the club.
    We begin with a tour of Crystal Palace's state-of-the-art academy, where I'm joined by the club's charismatic chairman, Steve Parish. In a candid conversation, Steve provides valuable insights into the demanding role of a Premier League team chairman. We delve into the challenges faced by a club operating without a lavish budget and discover how the pursuit of survival each year is paramount to remaining in the fiercely competitive Premier League.
    As the discussion unfolds, Steve Parish opens up about the difficult decisions he has had to make regarding managerial changes. He shares his honest admission on the departure of Patrick Vieira, giving us a glimpse into the emotional turmoil that accompanies such choices.
    Next, we step onto the training pitch to meet Crystal Palace's esteemed manager, Roy Hodgson, the oldest manager in Premier League history. Roy reflects on his return to Palace as coach and discusses the bravery displayed by the club's owners in giving him another opportunity. We also uncover Roy's tactical approach and gain valuable insights into his vision for the future of the club.
    Prepare to be immersed in the world of Crystal Palace, its academy, boardroom, and training ground in this unmissable episode, offering a unique perspective on the inner workings of a Premier League club striving to achieve greatness.
    00:00 - 07:48 Opening and Tour of Academy
    07:48 - 15:50 Owning Crystal Palace
    15:50 - 19:50 Developing Crystal Palace
    19:50 - 21:25 What it is like being a Chairman
    21:25 - 27:38 Dealing with Managers, Sacking Vieira
    27:28 - 30:00 Roy getting back into management
    30:00 - 37:00 Management Philosophies
    37:00 - 41:10 On Keeping Palace in the Premier League
    41:10 - 52:16 How he likes to manage
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  • @L.Smith.
    @L.Smith. Год назад +514

    Wonderfully honest from the owner. Great to understand costs and running a club.

  • @marcussullens2573
    @marcussullens2573 Год назад +355

    As a Palace fan I really can’t stress enough how misunderstood Roy often is as a coach. The fact he kept us up and established as a serious Premier League team on nothing is impressive enough. But what people often don’t realise is that, when he has the players to play, his teams play brilliant football. Eze & Olise have been playing like world beaters since he returned and the football we’re playing under him at the moment is the best I’ve ever seen from Palace at this level. Fulham and West Brom fans will share similar experiences and he took the former to a Europa league final - beating Juventus 4-1 on the way. An absolutely brilliant and under appreciated manager. Love him.

    • @kunalsen2123
      @kunalsen2123 Год назад +9

      He looks like a happy grandpa but the guy can speak five languages and has won top flight European titles outside England. Always full of positivity.

    • @kc8923
      @kc8923 11 месяцев назад +2

      Not seen much of Palace apart from their match at Forest but saw their win at Leeds and blown away with how good Olise and Eze are. Great template for other teams who aspire to play and survive in the PL without the wealth of the top 4 or 5 clubs.

    • @richardbarraclough3508
      @richardbarraclough3508 11 месяцев назад +1

      well sed mate respect the man he knows his football big time from a barnsley fc fan

    • @thesatisfiedcustomer4869
      @thesatisfiedcustomer4869 11 месяцев назад

      It’s Woy

    • @MichaelAnderson-cq8rx
      @MichaelAnderson-cq8rx 10 месяцев назад

      The former, you mean Fulham. But 💯 facts!

  • @aaronneave6188
    @aaronneave6188 Год назад +320

    Keep these up they are absolutely class

    • @TheOverlap
      @TheOverlap  Год назад +25

      Thanks! Glad you're enjoying them 🤝

    • @JR-ev6yn
      @JR-ev6yn Год назад +13

      Need a Brighton version of this

    • @stokemon_
      @stokemon_ 11 месяцев назад +4

      ​@@JR-ev6yn This is true, Brighton had an epic season.. Would be decent to have a couple of lower league managers to be involved too but understand its about numbers.
      I personally watch them all. I find them all interesting regardless

  • @fordwiseman4
    @fordwiseman4 Год назад +186

    Brilliant interview from Steve, seems to really understand his role within the club. Wish him all the best and hoping to see Crystal Palace go from strength to strength.

  • @afinney88
    @afinney88 Год назад +82

    What a fantastic behind the scenes look at a great club. Happy to see Roy still enjoying the game as well. Can listen to him talk about football all day.

  • @gart9680
    @gart9680 Год назад +47

    Crystal Palace appear (from the outside) to be a very well run club, for a club, whose EPL status will always be perilous due to resources. When & if they win something it will mean so much more.
    This is genuinely the most authentic & respectful media piece on a club I've ever seen. Far better than anything on BBC, BT or Sky.

    • @LHBH8
      @LHBH8 Год назад +1

      There was a documentary about Palace and it’s owners, can’t remember who made it.

    • @jjrc7424
      @jjrc7424 Год назад +1

      @@LHBH8 amazon pretty sure

  • @kaboomblueskies
    @kaboomblueskies 11 месяцев назад +22

    As a result of watching these interviews my respect for both Steve Parish and Roy Hodgson has increased immeasurably. Roy is a revelation. He seems very humble but has a great grasp of what football is all about. Amazing what he has done with Palace in such a short time. Very good interviews Gary.

  • @WS12658
    @WS12658 9 месяцев назад +4

    As a Charlton fan, it's infuriating how likeable and well run this current evolution of Palace is.

  • @iani1457
    @iani1457 Год назад +13

    Great to see Gary’s genuine warmth & affection for Roy.

  • @ryanj8283
    @ryanj8283 Год назад +81

    These videos going round clubs and seeing the facilities etc are such a good idea, be good to see what each premier league club is like

  • @intrepidbun5002
    @intrepidbun5002 Год назад +31

    Very refreshing to hear from an owner in this way. Steve comes across really well in my opinion

    • @gyt8-547
      @gyt8-547 Год назад

      We need this at Pompey

  • @valhearts6695
    @valhearts6695 Год назад +77

    As a relatively young football watcher, I always thought Roy of an antique from all the mockery and 442oons jokes i see on the internet.
    Im loss for words for the intelligence hes shown in this interview. He's like walking "experience"
    Really appreciate the Overlap team for showing us younger fans what a respectable elderly Manager brings to a club. Definitely a breath of fresh air from all the Jose, Klopp and Pep idolizing from the past few years.

    • @nabilshafec7169
      @nabilshafec7169 Год назад +11

      Go read up on his CV if you haven’t, one of the few talented English coaches. He even travelled Europe (rare for an Englishman) and has undoubtedly learnt plenty. What you should be shocked at, is how he’s still very very sharp

    • @SuperBert1000
      @SuperBert1000 Год назад +8

      Good of you to admit that and I'm pleased this has shown you the 'real' Roy. So many fans just follow the usual narratives and cliches in football, unfortunately.

    • @dreamer2355
      @dreamer2355 Год назад +5

      That’s a sign of maturing and owning up to your mistakes. We were all young once and it only takes one moment to make us humble.

  • @Ghost-xb3xn
    @Ghost-xb3xn Год назад +41

    What a fascinating conversation from a owner. I no it’s a much lower scale but I’d love my owner John W Henry to speak to someone or the Glazers to see what there plans are but they don’t love the club like Steve Parish loves Palace.

    • @sherwood9917
      @sherwood9917 Год назад +1

      Putting the John Henry in the same category as the Glazers is harsh. What this interview has shown is that, unless you are on the inside, you often don't understand what it really takes to run a club.

  • @elliotsmith9358
    @elliotsmith9358 Год назад +15

    Roy Hodgson managed players like Simeone/Ronaldo/Carlos/Zanetti/Ince etc. He’s a credit to the sport and you can see why palace are flourishing now. They respect him.

  • @akamiguelsanchez9985
    @akamiguelsanchez9985 11 месяцев назад +8

    Steve Parish came across so well here. I think Palace are such a likeable team, and seeing behind the scenes really explains why.

  • @rogerhartley4456
    @rogerhartley4456 11 месяцев назад +5

    Roy is an absolute class act. A real gentleman.

  • @jamesbloy2881
    @jamesbloy2881 Год назад +17

    Roy is a true gentleman of the game. You can see that the palace players would run through walls for him. He does it all with screaming, shouting and bouncing up and down on the sidelines.

  • @rhi1794
    @rhi1794 Год назад +22

    As a Fulham fan, Roy Hodgson was the best manager we ever had from the great escape to a europa league final including battering juve 4-1 on the way. Hes incredible and fully deserves legendary status of the english game! I love that he also seems to lead with kindness when coaching his players. Excited for Roys homecoming this saturday against palace at the cottage. I would love if fulham and palace fans could sing a song for Roy together!

    • @commentarytalk1446
      @commentarytalk1446 Год назад

      Agree those were great times at Fulham and some "motley" characters in the team!

    • @tino6440
      @tino6440 Год назад +2

      Should be a really cheerful atmosphere considering we're both safe. Will be nice to see Roy get a great ovation from both sets of fans.

  • @dreamer2355
    @dreamer2355 Год назад +21

    Absolutely wonderful episode. Listening to Roy has definitely made me relate to raising my children. In my eyes he’s a legend in the sport. He is such a humble human being and very passionate with a true love for the game.
    When he talked about not yelling at players, it makes me think of the locker room footage we have seen of Arteta screaming and belittling his team. Both managers have absolutely different coaching contrasts.

  • @charlie01546
    @charlie01546 11 месяцев назад +4

    Good interview from Gary Neville. You can see the respect they have for each other.

  • @andrewbairstow8600
    @andrewbairstow8600 Год назад +5

    Gary, Steve & Roy nailed it. 👏 Brilliant watch.

  • @godspeed133
    @godspeed133 Год назад +27

    Palace lucky to have an owner as open as Steve really, the vast majority of PL/FL clubs owners don't do anywhere near the level of public communication he does, and he always seems to be really well spoken. Also would love to see Roy on a longer ~2hr format podcast like Dyche, Howe and a few others have done, he'd certainly have enough to talk about. Seems like such a rational and analytical character as well.

  • @simplyd8972
    @simplyd8972 Год назад +10

    Easily one of the best Overlaps

  • @XOPNYE
    @XOPNYE Год назад +3

    Mark Bright getting his buffet in slow motion is the content I've been waiting for.

  • @stapes2243
    @stapes2243 Год назад +11

    I thought that was a fantastic insight from owner to manager on Crystal Palace.
    Truly refreshing to see a club Owner come out and talk about past present and future 💯

  • @morepork281
    @morepork281 11 месяцев назад +2

    Owner comes across really well. I think Gary was a bit in awe because his mannerisms we exactly like his first few appearances on Sky......usually way more comfortable.

  • @georgecoombes8274
    @georgecoombes8274 11 месяцев назад +2

    Met Steve Parish recently, proper gent, had a great chat

  • @j.a.molina6080
    @j.a.molina6080 11 месяцев назад +2

    Lot of respect for Parish. Of all the clubs who sacked their managers, he was the only owner who actually talked to a reporter about it; instead of some terse social media release

  • @julesrastelli6777
    @julesrastelli6777 11 месяцев назад +4

    Gary has done a great job in this episode, his conversational approach delivered genuine insights on the operations of a PL club. Steve and Roy were open and came across as genuinely having Palace's best interests at heart. Well done, Gary - can I suggest you visit Brighton next?

    • @dan.808
      @dan.808 11 месяцев назад

      Gay

  • @owenrodgers8020
    @owenrodgers8020 Год назад +6

    i'm an arsenal fan - but honestly have a soft spot for palace - great catchment for all the great kids in south london

  • @hotchefuk01
    @hotchefuk01 Год назад +2

    Fascinating watch. Great to see an honest and open owner....coming from a Chelsea supporter

  • @chrismiller6317
    @chrismiller6317 Год назад +9

    Quality interviews and quite clearly Steve has turned Palace into a clearly well run club 👍

  • @peterherrington3300
    @peterherrington3300 Год назад +3

    Refreshingly honest & open interview.
    Very proud to be a lifelong palace fan who hopes Roy & Ray stay with Paddy under their considerable wings .

  • @DBHErazor
    @DBHErazor Год назад +10

    What a fantastic episode, I cannot praise this show enough. Best content on RUclips hands down, thanks to Gary and the team at the Overlap for all their hard work with these!

    • @LHBH8
      @LHBH8 Год назад +1

      Too infrequent, I find the fan debates cringe. These interviews are excellent, would like more.

  • @lewiss361
    @lewiss361 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great watch that was, Palace hopefully onwards and upwards each season

  • @DaVe-jz7gt
    @DaVe-jz7gt Год назад +3

    Thoroughly recommended watching 'When Eagles Dare' amazing story about how close this club came to administration and how passionate fans like Steve kept the dream alove. This was a really great episode toobtw

  • @HawkingRegime13
    @HawkingRegime13 11 месяцев назад +3

    Come on you Palace! We're red and blue 🔴🔵

  • @palacefan4286
    @palacefan4286 Год назад +5

    Honestly one of the best football documentaries/videos I’ve ever seen keep this up 👍

  • @flynndavis2927
    @flynndavis2927 Год назад +22

    When Roy spoke about offensive structure I think that was Vieiras biggest mistake . He relied too much on individuals like Zaha olise and we never really looked to have much structure in attack, which led to many games without shots

  • @nickmoore5233
    @nickmoore5233 11 месяцев назад +2

    Brilliant to see a owner speak to openly about things they never normally do. Can tell he’s a real fan of the club as well. Would love to see this with Steve Gibson from Middlesbrough. Saved the club from death and has made it whole again. And now got a ex Man Utd player running the show. Love the show ❤

  • @gamersilviogg9664
    @gamersilviogg9664 Год назад +7

    These interviews are always amazing. Strange side note i always play these in the bedroom to relax before falling asleep. Great guests always on here. The Overlap in general is my favorite channel on youtube. Hope we will still see some new content diring the summer break.

  • @capetonian
    @capetonian Год назад +7

    What a brilliant episode. Must be great for Palace fans to have an owner like him, involved in everything.

  • @barrykingston7238
    @barrykingston7238 Год назад +2

    A wonderful interview on both accounts owner and Roy Hodgeson The incite into football was great from the owner and manager really good and interesting interview.

  • @seanacton2420
    @seanacton2420 Год назад +5

    Need more Overlaps like this focusing on behind the scenes of other premier league clubs. Really good watch. MUFC fan.

  • @phil2696
    @phil2696 Год назад +4

    This is brilliant to watch. Steve Parish seems great bloke and owner.

  • @dustintheturkey.irelandsno6464
    @dustintheturkey.irelandsno6464 Год назад +6

    After watching this i gotta say Roy is a very impressive human being. That is all ✌️

  • @montyollie
    @montyollie Год назад +30

    I have to admit, as a Palace fan who cringed when I heard Roy was coming back... I have eaten my words. He's nothing but a class act, and the improvement in the club is obvious. I will actually be sad to see him go this second time.

    • @deezywhypreeboss2949
      @deezywhypreeboss2949 11 месяцев назад

      His a a manager he fits palace

    • @s4mm1tch3ll8
      @s4mm1tch3ll8 11 месяцев назад

      What's your opinion on Parish? I'm not a Palace fan but found him to be a real likeable guy in this video but best is to always ask the fan base for the proper opinion.

    • @montyollie
      @montyollie 11 месяцев назад

      @@s4mm1tch3ll8 I love Steve, but it's not a popular opinion amongst my Palace mates. We all acknowledge he saved the team from administration in 2010 and he's a club legend for that alone... but the curses come when he spends no money in every transfer window. LOL

  • @milliefrankieshaw2009
    @milliefrankieshaw2009 11 месяцев назад +1

    I fluffin love woy!! Up most respect for that man !! He reminds me so much of my grandad . I think I could talk to him for hours, days even . Good luck to him and CP fantastic job they have done as a club

  • @hornchurcheagle843
    @hornchurcheagle843 Год назад +3

    As a Palace fan it was great to watch. SP is great to listen too even though he does get some stick sometimes but he's got the best for the club in mind. Glad he and Roy are here with the others 🦅

  • @MyShowbizName
    @MyShowbizName Год назад +2

    I've always liked listening to Roy Hodson. He just seems like a decent human being. Very intelligent and still sharp at 76.

  • @skankined
    @skankined Год назад +3

    Excellent interviews. Excellent club ❤💙❤️💙

  • @martinlawrence8427
    @martinlawrence8427 Год назад +2

    Fabulous episode. Love Roy, legend, and massively impressed by Steve Parish!

  • @AJP321
    @AJP321 Год назад +1

    Brilliant. Really enjoyed this. Lots of wisdom imparted here. Thank-you Gary, Steve, & Roy.

  • @franciscoop1063
    @franciscoop1063 11 месяцев назад +2

    @The Overlap Fascinating....this was the best post I've seen on the Site so far...

  • @JamesKennedy33
    @JamesKennedy33 Год назад +2

    One of the best Overlaps yet. Candid and open.. A very interesting watch!

  • @hitenbjoshi
    @hitenbjoshi Год назад +1

    Brilliant interviews, honesty and insights. Learnt more in that hour than any manufactured fly on the wall series. Well done. Keep them coming

  • @TheReflectiveCoachPodcast
    @TheReflectiveCoachPodcast Год назад +4

    LOVE this. Excellent insights and more of Roy. He has so much to offer. It's great insights into a club. One with Chelsea and Spurs would be so class!! And then City with Tixi & Pep etc, then into their academy, would be such class insights!! We NEED more of this!

  • @FineYungCannibal.
    @FineYungCannibal. Год назад +6

    Fascinating interviews, great insight into the world of club ownership and coaching side. Full of respect for Roy Hodgson, what a career he's had, 76 and still loving it.

  • @ladefoged87
    @ladefoged87 Год назад +1

    This is absolutely brilliant - well done!

  • @ItzAaroninit
    @ItzAaroninit 10 месяцев назад +1

    One of the best footballing interviews I've seen. You find out so much about the running of a football club, understanding how roy thinks about the game and how he approaches different parts. All brilliant!

  • @jamesfoley4832
    @jamesfoley4832 11 месяцев назад +1

    Probably the best one yet. Being a Liverpool fan, I have never liked CP. But I found this really compelling. Very honest opinions from SP and as for Roy, had a bad time at Liverpool, but he is a quality coach. 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @Pocahontas284
    @Pocahontas284 Год назад +2

    As a Palace fan I loved this. Steve is an interesting top guy and Roy is lovely and knows his stuff. The key thing he said is having sympathy and empathy for his players, building a relationship to get the best out of them. Top guy

  • @AlvoLong
    @AlvoLong 11 месяцев назад +1

    Brilliant interview, great to open the hood and look at the parts that make up a premier league club. Appreciate the candour from owner and new respect for Roy Hodgson, we so often treat our elders with disrespect, when they have so much to offer.

  • @davidbailey533
    @davidbailey533 Год назад +1

    Refreshingly honest interviews from both and shows how much pre and after game interviews are coached love tha training facility and wonder if roy may stay

  • @soundlysouth2962
    @soundlysouth2962 11 месяцев назад +2

    This is brilliant .... as an American , a look into CPs owner Steve and his mindset is amazing, honestly..... and Mr. Roy Hodgson.... I mean .... other than SAF, can it get any better??? Absolutely made my Tuesday evening, Gary , Steve , and Mr. Hodgson. Brilliant. 💥💥💥

  • @zizuette
    @zizuette Год назад

    Brilliant content. Thanks for posting. 🙏🏽

  • @samwarne9576
    @samwarne9576 Год назад +1

    Brilliant watch / need more of these!

  • @mythreestars61
    @mythreestars61 Год назад

    one of the best episodes you have done, well done

  • @ForzaMilan-di2zd
    @ForzaMilan-di2zd Год назад +2

    One of the good guys. Such a class guy. Amazing how he turned Palace's season around

  • @scarlettmissredblack1381
    @scarlettmissredblack1381 Год назад

    Excellent interview all round. Gary does ask good questions. Roy is very intelligent and it was great to hear from Steve. Thanks! 👍🏽

  • @faswani
    @faswani 11 месяцев назад +1

    An impressive insight into the workings of Crystal Palace. I have to say, it looks a very well run unit.

  • @jamescushnie8178
    @jamescushnie8178 Год назад

    Love the overlap, best football/sport focused content out there. And this episode focuses on my beloved Eagles. Fantastic Gary & Team

  • @nickhowardmusic
    @nickhowardmusic Год назад +1

    This is absolutely brilliant - thank you

  • @eskemeldgaardkrogh4145
    @eskemeldgaardkrogh4145 11 месяцев назад

    Brilliant interview with both Steve and Roy - class acts.

  • @matthewmarshall5291
    @matthewmarshall5291 Год назад

    Great insights. Enjoyed that, didnt want it to end.

  • @brettleader9341
    @brettleader9341 Год назад

    I loved this. I hope you do similar sessions with other club owners and managers

  • @AbdiHassan-uz3wg
    @AbdiHassan-uz3wg Год назад +1

    Absolutely brilliant show.

  • @1989tasmith
    @1989tasmith Год назад +3

    Coming from by no means a palace fan this is such an excellent video, be great if this could become a series for as many premier league and efl clubs as possible

  • @benmawson3157
    @benmawson3157 Год назад +4

    Great interview! One of my favourites! Great to see the owner as it’s quite rare they’ll do interviews like this. Would love to here from Tony Bloom and Brighton.

  • @simonfrost4805
    @simonfrost4805 Год назад +1

    Best one yet Gary ,, Roy is a legend watched 3 times it’s mint

  • @charliemartn
    @charliemartn Год назад +1

    Great insight, loved this!

  • @andypalin3287
    @andypalin3287 11 месяцев назад

    Another great episode! Brilliant insight into Palace! 😀

  • @marcelodendaal6895
    @marcelodendaal6895 10 месяцев назад

    Love this video* Every club coverage would be great*

  • @Thai.Farang
    @Thai.Farang Год назад

    Great insight into the inner workings of a club. Hopefully plenty more of these to come.

  • @altmsh
    @altmsh 9 месяцев назад

    Wonderful content. Keep them coming 👏

  • @BigEnglishStandup
    @BigEnglishStandup Год назад +1

    Nice doc. Thanks. Proud of where Palace are. It hasn't been easy.

  • @mauriceperry2165
    @mauriceperry2165 Год назад +1

    My favourite one yet, excellent episode. Love Roy and got time for Palace, from a Sunderland fan.

  • @edinagodar
    @edinagodar Год назад

    Roy Hodgson speaks articulate. In a way that foreigners can understand. Thank you! And thank you for everything! ☺️

  • @jameshill8711
    @jameshill8711 11 месяцев назад

    Absolutely fascinating from start to finish, an outstanding insight to an extremely well grounded premier league club.

  • @michaellambie7218
    @michaellambie7218 Год назад +1

    Brilliant Gary as always great insight

  • @lavickaconsulting
    @lavickaconsulting Год назад +1

    Very interesting & for me, the best episode yet.

  • @paultaylor2968
    @paultaylor2968 Год назад +1

    Respect. A true gentleman.

  • @dominicjones3755
    @dominicjones3755 11 месяцев назад

    2 brilliant interviews 👏👏

  • @cglees
    @cglees 8 месяцев назад

    Asked all of the right questions, some very difficult questions too. Good job Gary 👏

  • @crackalope
    @crackalope Год назад +1

    It’s nice seeing the chairman, gives us a different perspective of how the things are being run in the club

  • @tinyspeaker
    @tinyspeaker Год назад +1

    Roy speaks wonderfully, easily my favourite person I've listened to on the overlap by a big margin

  • @TobyLerone-yn3rr
    @TobyLerone-yn3rr Год назад +13

    Palace have the best catchment area. So much street footballers in that area

    • @AmirHussain-eg3su
      @AmirHussain-eg3su Год назад +1

      black footballers.

    • @TobyLerone-yn3rr
      @TobyLerone-yn3rr Год назад

      @@AmirHussain-eg3su Internets a vile place man. What's wrong with you

    • @LHBH8
      @LHBH8 Год назад

      @@AmirHussain-eg3su Certainly not going to be Asian.

    • @LHBH8
      @LHBH8 Год назад

      @hfc Stop being a baby.

  • @Rob_33
    @Rob_33 Год назад

    Love it - keep up the good work

  • @joshualines1086
    @joshualines1086 10 месяцев назад

    what an insight - fantastic show!

  • @rodmitchell8576
    @rodmitchell8576 Год назад +1

    Excellent interviews. So interesting.