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Alfie Haveron Joins Crystal Palace Academy This Summer

4/18/2026

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Alfie Haveron, from Larne academy in Northern Ireland, will move to Crystal Palace's academy in England this summer.
Haveron’s father emphasizes the challenges of a football career and the need for resilience.
Haveron has trained at the JD Academy in Belfast, which develops young talent through elite training and academic support.
Haveron expresses excitement about the change and the opportunity to play weekly, distinguishing his small hometown from London.

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Story summary

Alfie Haveron, from Larne academy in Northern Ireland, will move to Crystal Palace's academy in England this summer.
Haveron’s father emphasizes the challenges of a football career and the need for resilience.
Haveron has trained at the JD Academy in Belfast, which develops young talent through elite training and academic support.
Haveron expresses excitement about the change and the opportunity to play weekly, distinguishing his small hometown from London.