The Premier League season is now just hours away, and it is time to look ahead to how the 20 teams will all get on.
Sportsmail has recruited columnist Martin Keown to run through reasons to be cheerful and fearful, as well as the key player and major signings.
Here is the lowdown on Crystal Palace...
WHO'S IN CHARGE?
Frank de Boer - Spent six years in charge of Ajax, guiding the side to four league titles. The 47-year-old arrives at Selhurst Park after a spell at Inter Milan at the start of last season where he was not given a fair crack of the whip, lasting just 14 matches.