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Crystal Palace appoint Arsenal legend Vieira as new manager

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December 3, 2020 OGC Nice coach Patrick Vieira reacts REUTERS

Crystal Palace have appointed former Nice boss Patrick Vieira as their new manager on a three-year deal to replace Roy Hodgson, the Premier League club said on Sunday.

Hodgson left boyhood club Palace at the end of last season after four seasons in charge, guiding them to a 14th-placed finish in his final season.

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