31 December 2020
2020: it s not been an easy one.
For the first time in most of our lives, football was suspended across the country for months. We had to wait 106 days between defeating Watford in March and trumping AFC Bournemouth in June and many of us will never have endured such a prolonged period without backing the lads in person.
But, if one thing has become clear, it s football s ability to provide a welcome break from whatever is happening off the pitch. It s one of the primary reasons the sport resumed at all, and its return brought relief for many supporters - even if it came through a TV screen.
The Palace manager said: “This Christmas will be very different for everyone, but for those families who are struggling or isolating in their homes, it will be particularly difficult.
“I’ve been immensely proud of The Palace Kitchen and the way our club has come together to support our community. Even if we can bring some small joy to children and families over Christmas, it is something that will make everybody at the club very happy.”
The parcels were delivered by project partner City Harvest to families housed by Croydon Council who have been made homeless or are waiting for permanent housing to become available at a time when the borough is facing extreme demand for services.