Palace to play Boavista

Last updated : 29 June 2006 By Nik Taylor

Palace will play a home friendly against Portuguese side Boavista in July as part of the pre-season warm-up.

The match will take place on Wednesday 26th July, with an 8pm kick-off time. Tickets are £15 for adults in advance (£5 concs).

Boavista won the Potuguese title in 2000/1, and are regular fixtures in the Champions League and UEFA Cup.

The Eagles' other friendlies all take place away from Selhurst Park, with trips to Stevenage Borough, Swindon and Millwall – as well as a mini-tour of the States – all planned.

Friendly schedule:

Tue July 11 (7.45pm) – Stevenage Borough (a)

Sat July 15 (7.00pm EDT) – Crystal Palace USA (at The US Naval Academy in Annapolis, USA)

Wed July 19 (7.00pm EDT) – Los Angeles Galaxy (at The University Of Richmond Stadium, USA)

Sun July 23 (3.00pm) – Swindon Town (a)

Wed July 26 (8.00pm) – Boavista (h)

Sat July 29 (3.00pm) – Millwall (a)