Who Owns Crystal Palace Football Club?

Crystal Palace Football Club was founded in 1905 and has a rich history in English football. The club was initially owned by the Crystal Palace Company, with Sydney Bourne serving as the first chairman. The club's early years saw it establish itself as a professional football club in South London.

Throughout the 20th century, Crystal Palace experienced various ownership changes and financial challenges. The club was owned by local businessmen including Arthur Wait and Ron Noades at different periods, with Noades serving as one of the longest-serving chairmen.

The modern era of Crystal Palace ownership began in 2010 when a consortium of four wealthy fans known as CPFC 2010 acquired the club from administration. This consortium included Steve Parish, Martin Long, Stephen Browett, and Jeremy Hosking, each owning 25% of the company.

In 2015, American investors Josh Harris and David Blitzer each bought an 18% stake in the club, bringing significant American investment to Crystal Palace. In 2021, American investor John Textor acquired a 40% stake, increasing to 45% in 2023 and becoming the majority owner.

The most significant change came in 2025 when Woody Johnson acquired Textor's stake, becoming the majority owner and bringing his extensive sports business experience to Crystal Palace.