15 February 2021
A late goal from David Omilabu – his first at Under-23 level – saw Palace secure all three points against Burnley in a tight game at Selhurst Park.
Summary:
Imray goes close with a header and a low drive in close succession
Richard Nartey’s looping header clips the bar for the visitors.
HT: Palace 0-0 Burnley
Lewis Richardson makes space, but fires straight at the goalkeeper.
The game gets scrappier as both sides push for a winner.
Brandon Aveiro nips in to steal the ball, before David Omilabu steals in to slot home.
FT: Palace 1-0 Burnley
The visitors started with significant intensity, but Palace were a constant threat on the counter. Breaking forwards, the ball fell for Harlem Hale who was marauding through the middle; the defender did just enough to put him off, and the shot was deflected behind for a corner.
30 January 2021
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Crystal Palace Under-18s returned to top spot in the Under-18 Premier League South with an entertaining five-goal victory in spitting rain at Copers Cope academy ground on Saturday morning.
Summary:
Arsenal’s James Sweet equalises from a clever cut-back. (15)
Palace regain the lead through a left-footed David Omilabu shot. (32)
The visitors restore parity again with a Taylor-Hart half-volley. (42)
HT: Crystal Palace U18s 2-2 Arsenal
Rak-Sakyi assists Omilabu again in what proves the eventual winner. (77)
The Eagles withstand late pressure to return to the top of the table.
19 December 2020
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Crystal Palace Under-18s came from behind to beat Brighton and Hove Albion in a feisty encounter at Copers Cope academy ground on Saturday morning.
In summary:
Palace equalise instantly through Kevin Gonzalez (25)
Half-time: Crystal Palace U18s 1-1 Brighton
Eagles captain Aiden Steele puts the hosts in front (53)
Paddy McCarthy’s side secured the victory to overtake Brighton
Full-time: Crystal Palace U18s 2-1 Brighton
Crystal Palace started the game level on points with fourth-placed Brighton, albeit with a game in hand.
The visitors were in the better form, unbeaten since October 24 while Palace had lost their last three, but both sides started strongly, snapping into tackles and playing at a high tempo.
Fleetwood Town 2-1 Crystal Palace Under-18s 11 December 2020
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Crystal Palace Under-18s fell from the FA Youth Cup on Friday night as a solid Fleetwood Town side overcame the Eagles 2-1.
Summary
The Eagles kick-off their first FA Youth Cup tie with a solid starting lineup
Fleetwood ‘keeper Connor Eastham leaves the pitch after several minutes receiving treatment having collided with David Omilabu
Smith opens the scoring after a quiet half with a smart shot inside the box
Half-time: Fleetwood Town 1-0 Crystal Palace Under-18s
Smith adds a powerful second for the hosts
Each side enjoy more chances than in the first-half, with Victor Akinwale troubling the home defence
Fans will likely recognise starters Tayo Adaramola and Fionn Mooney from signing their recent professional contracts.
Defender Noah Watson has competed with the Under-23s this season while Cardo Siddik and goalkeeper Owen Goodman have international experience under their belts.
Frontman David Omilabu is likely to be one to watch this evening after scoring seven goals already in 2020/21.