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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.
25 May 2021
Scott Banks has been named in Scotland s Under-21 squad for their upcoming international friendlies.
Banks, Palace s 19-year-old Development midfielder, has recently ended a loan spell to Dunfermline in which he played 13 times for the Scottish Championship side.
He has previously represented Scotland at Under-19 level, and could be in-line to make his Under-21 debut next month.
Development teammate Sion Spence has also earned a call-up, being named in Wales Under-21 again. He recently featured for the Red Dragons against Ireland in March.
Wales play Moldolva on 4th July in. Llanelli
Scotland face Northern Ireland in a double header, first playing on Wednesday 2nd June (3pm BST) and Saturday 5th June (2pm) in Dumbarton.