Agree with those with more positive memories. He had some periods of time in great form with the club. Hard to say if he can get back to decent form considering his current confidence and recent injury, but I am still sorry to see him go.

Turning point IMO was when Cabaye came in. Up until then he was getting better and better, deadly corners and pin-point passes. Was getting bolder with free-kicks too, had some goals just as Cabaye was arriving. Then of course Cabaye was taking lots of free-kicks and corners instead. Punch never quite got back to his stride.

AND his exit is gonna spoil Pro Evolution Soccer for gamers who like to play as Palace, as sometimes he is the only reasonable alternative on the bench! So, y'know, that is a very serious matter, sure everyone can see that... SERIOUS... Palace should have contemplated keeping him for that reason alone.