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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Ed Aarons

Pierre Sage given more time by Crystal Palace but remains under pressure

Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage arrives for the 2026 Ballon d'Or awards ceremony
Pierre Sage retains the support of his Crystal Palace squad but is facing the sack after only 12 games in charge. Photograph: Tolga Akmen/EPA

Pierre Sage has been given more time to turn around Crystal Palace’s fortunes but remains under huge pressure and could be dismissed if they lose to Tottenham on Saturday.

The Frenchman’s position was in serious doubt after another poor performance in the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle at the weekend. That followed a 5-0 thrashing against Brighton when Sage was warned that he could be dismissed if results did not improve quickly.

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