Crystal Palace aims for WSL survival with new signing Bethany England
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:01 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Crystal Palace, promoted to the Women’s Super League, has signed striker Bethany England to bolster its squad. Managed by Jo Potter, the team finished 2nd in WSL2 last season, indicating a strong previous performance. Guardian writers predict a 13th-place finish for the upcoming season as they prepare for their challenges in the top tier. The team will aim to secure its position in the league after gaining promotion.
- •Jo Potter leads Crystal Palace after promotion to the WSL.
- •Bethany England joins the squad as a significant signing.
- •The team finished 2nd in WSL2 last season.
- •Guardian predictions place Palace 13th for the upcoming season.
- 11:01 PMThe Guardian Sport — Women’s Super League 2026-27 preview No 7: Crystal Palace
"Jo Potter’s side charged to promotion and have brought in striker Bethany England as they bid to stay up Guardian writers’ predicted position: 13th (NB: this is not necessarily Sophie Downey’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 2nd (WSL2) Continue reading...
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