If Big Sam does get the job what do you reckon the odds would be that he spends less time in it than the England job?...67 days for England so that's potentially 9 Palace league matches and if he doesn't make 9 points???

I think it may well be a good thing if he does. There will be some overlap though, for a while, until he gets his feet under the table.

Bexley Dave

Can you hear the Brighton sing? I can't hear a ******* thing!

"The most arrogant, obnoxious bunch of deluded little sun tanned, loafer wearing mummy's boys I've ever had the misfortune of having to listen to" (Burnley forum)

Rafa Benetiz (' ''scutes spelling ) Great pedigree. Chance to shut the 'Newcastle fans up and a longer term prospect.. expensive yes but much better moving forward. might even provide a smooth return for Gayle.

Parish has spoken to players at Beckenham training ground.

He and Sam meeting in Soho or central London. Pre match press conference at 1.30pm postponed/delayed.

COYP

Now I've had the chance to think about it, I agree with you Sloop - also a great coach, which is what we need - I want someone who will improve players.

In Parish I trust. Sam has been given an important lifeline to get his managerial career back on track.