Norwegian says it was his choice to leave after nine gamesClub to provide update on new manager ‘in due course’Leif Smerud has left his role as the Crystal Palace women’s team manager after only two months in charge, after their relegation from the Women’s Super League.The 48-year-old Norwegian, who said it was his choice to end his time at the club, arrived on 1 March and oversaw just nine games in all competitions, winning one, drawing one and losing seven, concluding with Saturday’s 5-2 loss away at Manchester City on the final day of the WSL season. Continue reading...