Uefa announced that Crystal Palace will not be allowed to play in next season's Europa League due to a conflict of ownership between qualified clubs. A harsh decision when exceptions have been made for so many other obvious multi-club  franchises, writes John Roycroft.

This season may not be remembered for the quality of matches but will live long in the memory of fans for so many clubs, writes John Roycroft

This weekend's FA Cup quarter finals offers a great opportunity to so many sides that have had to wait for glory in the venerated competition, writes John Roycroft