Aged just 18-years-old, Crystal Palace forward David Omilabu has already scored at Selhurst Park. Netting for Palace Under-23s in the dying seconds of their win against Burnley, Omilabu lived a dream thousands of youngsters desire. Here, from the Palace programme, the talented forward introduces himself.
The story behind Crystal Palace Under-18s’ top goal scorer, David Omilabu, is one of perseverance and ambition.
“I signed [for Palace] when I was eight-years-old and then I got released when playing for the Under-12s,” he says, discussing the unique way his talent ended up unearthed, and revealing how he bounced back from being released through hard work.