Crystal Palace Women are facing a formal disciplinary investigation for a substitution breach in their recent Women's Super League victory. The club is alleged to have used four substitution windows during their win over Everton, exceeding the permitted three.
The probe, confirmed this week, could result in the club being stripped of the points earned from that match. This potential sanction casts a shadow over a positive start to the season.
Head coach Laura Slegers addressed the team's focus ahead of their next challenge. "We know what we want to create for ourselves there," Slegers said.
The investigation comes amid a mixed run of form for the Eagles. Their recent results show a sequence that includes a victory over Charlton Athletic last time out.
Despite the off-field concern, the squad has been bolstered by significant recruitment. Crystal Palace Women completed several permanent signings this summer. They also added players on loan.
On the pitch, the team's defensive resilience has been a hallmark. They have kept many clean sheets in WSL games this year. The club's next test is an away trip to face Aston Villa.
This story first appeared at Arsenal.com
