Women's Super League investigates Crystal Palace for rule breach

The Women's Super League is investigating Crystal Palace after the club used four substitution windows during Sunday's match against Everton. While league regulations limit teams to a maximum of three substitution opportunities per match, Crystal Palace introduced players in the 62nd, 83rd, 90th, and 97th minutes. Crystal Palace won the match 1-0 at the Borough Sports Ground following a first-half goal by Lexi Lloyd-Smith. The league confirmed an investigation is underway alongside both clubs and the officiating body Pro Ref. Referee Megan Wilson and her team have reportedly been stood down from the next round of fixtures while the matter is reviewed. Potential sanctions range from warnings and fines to points deductions, though no automatic penalty is prescribed by the current competition rules.

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