Palace Lunchtime Round-Up, Tuesday 27th October 2026: Sage Given More Time Despite Pressure as Cup Trip to Fulham Looms

Pierre Sage has been handed more time by Crystal Palace to turn things around, though the Guardian reports he remains under serious pressure following a tough start to the season (The Guardian). The report adds that a defeat away at Spurs on Saturday could put his position in real danger (The Guardian).

Before that, though, attention turns to cup action, with Palace making the short trip across London to Craven Cottage to face Fulham on Wednesday night as they look to put their league troubles behind them (The Eagles Beak). It's always a good London derby occasion at the Cottage, and Palace will be hoping for a confidence-boosting result there (The Eagles Beak).

Ahead of the game, Sage has been speaking about the trip to Fulham and also touched on a possible returning player, according to the official club site (CPFC.co.uk). No further details were given in the snippet, but it'll be one to watch as team news emerges closer to kick-off (CPFC.co.uk).

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