Crystal Palace return to Selhurst Park during the international break when Bristol City visit for a friendly on Saturday, 3 October, with kick-off scheduled for 12:30 BST. The fixture offers supporters an affordable chance to enjoy a matchday and build up to the Eagles’ Premier League meeting with Nottingham Forest just over a week later.
Under-18s can attend for free, while adult tickets start at £7.50 for Members and Season Ticket holders. A family of four can watch the game for as little as £15, and supporters can purchase up to 10 tickets in a single transaction. Under-14s must be accompanied by an adult.
There will also be plenty to enjoy around the stadium before kick-off. Face painting, arts and crafts, a photobooth and the Football’s Fast Feet challenge are all planned, giving younger Palace fans more to do beyond the action on the pitch.
Food options include children’s meals from £5, with a choice between a burger, chips and a soft drink or a Cumberland hotdog with a side and drink. Supporters can also choose from the wider range of food available at Selhurst Park.
The friendly could provide an opportunity to see Palace first-team players including Adam Wharton, Tyrick Mitchell, Ben Chilwell, Dwight McNeil and Cheick Doucouré. The international break gives players the chance to gain valuable minutes and apply their work from the autumn window in a match setting.
Bristol City should offer a competitive test, having taken eighth place in the Championship after eight matches under Michael Skubala. Palace Academy graduate Rio Cardines has also made an impact during his loan spell with the Robins, including providing an assist in their 1-0 victory over Watford. All ticket-sale profits will go to the Palace for Life Foundation, supporting its work with young people in South London.
