Joel Ward - calf

Crystal Palace defender Joel Ward (35) is facing a spell on the sidelines after suffering a calf injury during a Premier League match against Luton Town on February 17, 2025. The club has confirmed that the veteran right-back will be unavailable for several weeks. (Source: Crystal Palace Official Website)

On February 21, 2025, manager Oliver Glasner provided an update on Ward’s condition, stating: "He will need two or three weeks [in order] to be back with the team." (Source: Palace Report)