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Club History - 1993 - 1998 - Oral History

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Cementing their reputation as a "yo-yo" club, Palace hopped between the top two divisions, but the end of the Ron Noades era heralded an uncertain future for the club.

Fan spoken to: William Clarke ¦ Year of Birth: 1950

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The atmosphere at Wembley when we beat Sheffield united in the playoffs


Fan spoken to: William Fishleigh ¦ Year of Birth: 1985

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A promising career in football ruined when Palace beat Reading 6-1.


Fan spoken to: Paul Grant ¦ Year of Birth: 1958

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David Hopkins' playoff goal at Wembley, and the semi-final against Wolves


Fan spoken to: Sandra Hartfield ¦ Year of Birth: 1948

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Coca Cola cup game against Chelsea, trouble in pub over spilt drink


Fan spoken to: Leon Du Platel ¦ Year of Birth: 1971

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"I'll never get over Claridge's shin!"