Winging It: A Crystal Palace Podcast

Terence, Albert and Hesketh are back for episode 109, We’re On Our Way. There’s chaos off the pitch as Eagle Holdings head into administration, while former Palace goalkeeper Nigel Martyn eyes an England Over-60s cricket call-up. We also celebrate a BAFTA win for Palace fan Holly Walsh and reveal what listeners can win in the raffle supporting Terence’s Palace for Life ‘Bike From Arsenal’ charity ride.On the pitch, Palace march into the UEFA Europa Conference League Final after a memorable 2-1 win over FC Shakhtar Donetsk at Selhurst Park, before a dramatic 2-2 draw with Everton F.C. on Sunday. Both games saw another goal from the unstoppable Ismaïla Sarr, who now has 20 goals for the season — becoming the first Palace player to hit that mark in a Premier League campaign since Andy Johnson in 2004/05.

All of the chaos from our second trip to Poland captured on two little Terry Byfield sized microphones. Interviews with Palace fans and ambiance from the away end as Palace earned a 3-1 first leg win thanks to a fantastic counter attacking display against a very handy Shakhtar side.

Terence, Albert and Hesketh are joined by John from the Holmesdale Fanatics, marking the group’s first appearance on the podcast. The discussion begins with the launch of the Fanatics fanzine, with its inaugural issue documenting the group’s history, their European journeys to date, and featuring interviews with ultra groups from across the world.The conversation then turns to the group’s displays and songs, their relationship with the club, and their vision for the future. The episode concludes with a reflection on some of the most significant moments since the Holmesdale Fanatics were formed in 2005.

Terence and Hesketh wax lyrical about Jaydee Canvot as his performances against Fiorentina and West Ham hit new levels. The trip to Florence is discussed as well as looking ahead to Donetsk in Poland next week in the Conference League semi final, before finishing on a review of the 0-0 draw against relegation threatened West Ham.

Crystal Palace topple the Conference League masters Fiorentina to set up a semi final tie against Shakhtar Donetsk. In this episode, relive the trip to Florence through chats with Jon Petrie, Chris Windsor and Carl Davies before sharing the atmosphere from the coach back into town after the game.

After a long international break, Terence, Albert and Hesketh return to relive a brilliant night under the Selhurst Park lights, as Palace trounce ACF Fiorentina 3-0 to all but book a place in the Conference League semi-finals.We then turn to Newcastle United F.C., where JP Mateta’s 9th and 10th league goals of the season ease any lingering relegation fears and suddenly have us looking up at a very tight table… could Champions League qualification still be on?

Before we head out to Cyprus, Terence and Hesketh kick things off with a bit of unexpected international pride as Maxence Lacroix gets the France call-up and his compatriot Jaydee Canvot also impressive the panel with his latest interview. There’s also the small matter of Florence logistics, where alternative travel plans are discussed and how a lack of booze might be an issue in Italy. But it’s not all laughs. We take a moment to address the sour undercurrent of the Larnaka away trip, with racism once again rearing its head and casting a shadow over what should be a European adventure.Then it’s over to the ground in Cyprus. Nick makes his Winging It debut, bringing a passion for Italian football. Ben and Terence’s sister Pink return to the mic, and Chris Waters steals the show with an unexpected burst of song that absolutely nobody asked for… but everyone gets anyway.

Nil-nil and not much thrill. Palace follow up a frustrating stalemate against Larnaca with another toothless 0-0, this time against ten-man Leeds... and somehow it’s even harder to watch.Terence, Albert and Hesketh discuss the two games where the goals never came, the spark never lit, and patience may finally be wearing thin. Oliver Glasner’s post-match comments raise eyebrows (again), with more pointed takes on Palace traditions that don’t quite land with the faithful.

Palace head to North London and leave Tottenham in absolute disarray. Ismaïla Sarr bags a brace as the Eagles thrash Spurs on their own patch, sending the hosts hurtling towards the Championship and giving the travelling Palace fans every excuse to celebrate. Party? Ball? Very much had.Elsewhere in the wonderfully chaotic world of football, Oliver Glasner has somehow managed to pick up a six-month driving ban after speeding down the Old Kent Road, while over in Brazil a match descended into utter madness with 23 red cards shown in a single game. Just another normal week in football.We also look ahead to Thursday night’s Conference League clash at Selhurst Park against AEK Larnaca. Can Palace avenge the 1-0 defeat from the league stage and take a step closer to Europe’s latter rounds?Terence, Albert and Hesketh pick through the goals, the nonsense and the fallout from a glorious night for Palace in N17.