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BREAKING NEWSRoy Hodgson, 76, steps down as Crystal Palace manager after leaving hospital, having fallen ill in front of his players at training... with Austrian coach Oliver Glasner now primed to take over

Crystal Palace have confirmed the departure of Roy Hodgson as head coach.

Hodgson suffered a frightening health scare at training on Thursday and has been receiving medical attention ever since.

Palace announced the news of Hodgson's exit on Monday afternoon in a club statement, while Hodgson gave an emotional farewell to the Palace fans.

Hodgson said: 'This club is very special and means so much to me and has played a big part in my footballing life. I have fully enjoyed my time here across six seasons, as it has given me the chance to work with top class players and staff doing what I love every day.