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When will Lingard debut for Corinthians? Update on 'humble' ex-Man Utd star

Jesse Lingard is poised to make his long-awaited debut for Corinthians in Wednesday's high-profile clash against Fluminense at the Maracana. The 33-year-old former Manchester United winger has spent the last month building his fitness in Brazil following a free transfer to Corinthians. Lingard, who previously took in a stint with South Korean side FC Seoul, has reportedly impressed the Corinthians staff with his professional application.

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Former Chelsea captain Silva in talks over shock Europe return

Brazil international Thiago Silva is a free agent again at the age of 41, with the defender agreeing to the early termination of his contract at Fluminense. Having spent 18 months back at his boyhood club, the centre-half is reportedly eyeing a return to Europe - where he has previously represented AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.

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Where next for Thiago Silva?! Ex-Chelsea star becomes free agent

Thiago Silva is a free agent again at the age of 41, with the veteran Brazilian defender agreeing to the early termination of his contract at Fluminense. Having spent 18 months back at his boyhood club, the classy centre-half is said to be eyeing a return to Europe - where he has previously represented AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.

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Thiago Silva in line for shock reunion with USMNT star Pulisic

Veteran Brazilian defender Thiago Silva is wanted back at AC Milan, according to reports, with the Rossoneri looking to reunite the South American centre-half with his former Chelsea team-mate Christian Pulisic. Silva is now 41 years of age and back in his homeland with Fluminense, but he is not ready to retire just yet and could be lured back to European football.

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Neymar transfer ruled out! Club chief issues strong statement

Fluminense's president has denied rumours linking his club with Neymar. Mario Bittencourt took to his X account to release a strongly worded statement, categorically refuting reports the Tricolor had made an approach for the Santos star. Speculation over a transfer was fuelled by comments made by Fluminense's head of physiotherapy, after he called Neymar, the "last genius of Brazilian football".

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Brazilian club looking to beat Inter Miami to Neymar transfer

Neymar has been reportedly offered an escape route from Santos as a Brazilian club is looking to beat Lionel Messi's Inter Miami to unite him with Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea legend Thiago Silva. The 32-year-old’s time at Santos appears to be winding down, and potential suitors are already lining up for the former Barcelona forward's signature.

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Ancelotti reveals talks with Thiago Silva over sensational Brazil recall

Carlo Ancelotti has revealed he's been in contact with Thiago Silva over a sensational recall to the Brazil squad, with the defender still delivering stellar performances for Fluminense at the age of 40. Silva, who has won 113 caps for the Selecao to date, has not played for his country since their 2022 World Cup quarter-final defeat against Croatia in 2022.

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Shilton's incredible 28-year-old world record broken by Brazilian star

History was made at the Maracana on Tuesday night as Fluminense’s veteran goalkeeper Fabio broke England icon Peter Shilton's record for the most competitive appearances in world football. The 44-year-old Brazilian reached an astonishing 1,391 official matches when he lined up against America de Cali in the Copa Sudamericana, helping his side to a 2-0 win that only added to the occasion’s magic.

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Fluminense enter Richarlison race with Palmeiras for Spurs striker

Fluminense have entered the race to sign Tottenham Hotspur’s Richarlison, joining Palmeiras in pursuit of the Brazil international. With Spurs demanding around £55 million ($74m), both clubs are weighing complex financial structures to land the forward. Richarlison is under contract until 2027, but his emotional ties to Fluminense could prove pivotal in any transfer.

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📽️ | Pedro opens Chelsea account with stunning CWC brace

Joao Pedro wasted no time making an impact at Chelsea, scoring a stunning brace on his first start in their Club World Cup semi-final clash against Fluminense. The Brazilian forward, who spent his formative football years with the Rio-based club, showed both class and composure with a curling strike from outside the box, and followed up with a superb drive from 18 yards.

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📽️ | Maresca left speechless after rant on Chelsea's gruelling campaign

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca claimed that European clubs came to the Club World Cup after gruelling campaigns compared to South American teams but was left speechless when it was pointed out that the Blues' semi-final opponents, Fluminense, have played more matches than them since the summer of 2024. Chelsea appeared in 63 matches across all competitions before heading to the United States.

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Maresca reveals stance on Arsenal target Madueke playing against Fluminese

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Noni Madueke will play in the Club World Cup semi-final against Fluminense despite being linked with a move to Premier League rivals Arsenal this summer. The winger has featured in all of the Blues' Club World Cup matches thus far, including the quarter-final win against Palmeiras, where he came on as a substitute in the second half.

Frequently asked questions

Crystal Palace was originally founded in 1861 by the members of the Crystal Palace Company, who first founded a cricket club in 1857. The football team remained amateur until turning professional in 1905. Crystal Palace are the oldest football club still actively playing professional football in the world.

Steve Parish, who bought a stake in the club in 2010, has a 10% stake in Crystal Palace. American businessman John Textor, through his company Eagle Football Holdings, owns a 45% majority stake. Josh Harris and David Blitzer own 18% stake each, while investor Robert Franco owns 5% stake in the club.

Crystal Palace play their games at the Selhurst Park, which has been the club's home ground since 1924.

Selhurst Park has a capacity of 25,486. From 1985 to 1991, and from 1991 to 2003, Charlton Athletic and Wimbledon shared the venue with Crystal Palace, respectively.

Crystal Palace are yet to win a single major honour, making it to the FA Cup final twice.

No manager has led Crystal Palace to an English top flight title yet, with their best-ever finish coming in the 1990-91 season, when they finished third.

Former Scottish centre-back Jim Cannon holds the record for making the most appearances for Crystal Palace, playing 600 games while spending his entire career at the Selhurst Park.

Peter Simpson scored 165 goals during his five-season stint at the club (1929-30 to 1933-34) and is Crystal Palace's all-time top goalscorer.

Wilfried Zaha, Ian Wright, Wayne Hennessey, and Christian Benteke are some of Crystal Palace's most famous players ever.

Edmund Goodman, Terry Venables, Alan Pardew, Roy Hodgson, Frank de Boer, and Patrick Vieira are Crystal Palace's most famous managers ever.

Crystal Palace are famously known as The Eagles, a reference to their club badge which consists of an eagle holding a football.