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Crystal Palace Under-23s have secured promotion to the Premier League 2 Division 1 after victory in a penalty shoot-out against Sunderland in the play-off final.
The Eagles’ victory over The Black Cats means they will compete in the Premier League 2 Division 1 next season, the highest level of development football. Promotion to this tier is a remarkable feat as this was the first time the south Londoners competed at Category 1 level.
Shaun Derry’s young Eagles have worked tirelessly throughout the season and their performances are a credit to the club. After a season of hard work and dedication, check out how far they’ve come month by month in the season review below.
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As Leeds United are winners of the division, they will be promoted to the Premier League 2 Division 1. Palace will be aiming to follow them up via the play-offs.
What happens if Palace win?
If the Eagles overcome Wolves on Monday, they will face the winners of Stoke City v Sunderland in a play-off final match.
In the event that we meet Stoke, the final will be played at the bet365 Stadium. Should we meet Sunderland, the final will be played at Selhurst Park.
The winners of the eventual final will be promoted to the Premier League 2 Division 1 to face the likes of Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool.
11 February 2021
Crystal Palace Under-23s take on Burnley on Monday (15th February,13:30 GMT) as they look to continue their superb goalscoring form, which has seen them score 13 times in their last four games – and you can watch how the Eagles fare live via Palace TV.
Palace beat Burnley when the sides last met, with Brandon Pierrick scoring the winner. The Eagles are in sensational form going forwards, beating Norwich City 4-0 in their last home match, before twice coming from behind to draw with Aston Villa in an eight-goal thriller.
The below supporters can watch the U23s take on Burnley free: