Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterJust 16 men have represented a club in an FA Cup final as a player and then later gone on to lead them to the final again as a manager. Alan Pardew is one of them.Pardew earned his place in Crystal Palace folklore in 1990, when his goal in extra time helped the Eagles claim a sensational 4-3 semi-final victory over Liverpool in one of the competition's greatest ever games.The final proved to be nearly as dramatic as Manchester United came from behind in extra time to force a 3-3 draw that took the game to a replay, which Sir Alex Ferguson's men won 1-0.Pardew pointed out to FourFourTwo that he had also been part of an ignomious moment in Palace's history earlier that season, however, saying: "I also played in that not-so-iconic 9-0 league defeat against Liverpool a few months earlier!"But I suppose thats what made the cup win so remarkable. Humiliation one moment, sheer elation the next. You may like Steve Coppell on his management sliding doors moment at Crystal Palace Theo Paphitis discusses breaking protocol before Millwall's 2004 FA Cup Final against Manchester United "Jermain Defoe and David James made it clear they didnt want to be there - so I recruited hungry youngsters instead" Alan Pardew reflects on three finals in three years at West Ham "It was testament to the resilience we had within the group.That goal shot me into the spotlight for probably the first time in my career. Suddenly, every newspaper, radio station and TV channel wanted to talk to me.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over."I think the two semi-finals that season were the first live on television back-to-back."I remember us watching the other one afterwards praying that Oldham could beat Manchester United."They almost did and it was so nearly a Palace v Oldham cup final, which would have been a bit weird." What to read next Pardew: "Meyler headbutt cost me financially and professionally" "Newcastle fans didnt appreciate me - it led to a toxic atmosphere" "Sir Alex Ferguson crossed a line, and therein lies the difference between me and him, thats how he won 13 league titles and I won none" Kevin Keegan on Newcastle United's 1995/96 Premier League challenge 30 years on from the 'Love it' rant Alan Pardew's dancing celebration v Manchester United | FATV Advent Calendar 2016 - Day 12 - YouTubeWatch On Fast forward 26 years, and Pardew was stepping out with Palace at Wembley for another FA Cup final against Manchester United - and he once again ensured himself a memorable moment.He said: "When Jason Puncheon put us 1-0 up after 78 minutes, I felt a sense of elation."I was away with the fairies and not even aware I did that dance. I thought nothing of it until it was brought up in the press conference afterwards!"Unfortunately for Pardew, Juan Mata equalised just three minutes later, with Jesse Lingard scoring the winner for United in extra time.TOPICSAlan PardewCrystal PalaceManchester UnitedFA CupSteven ChickenSocial Links NavigationSteven Chicken has been working as a football writer since 2009, taking in stints with Football365 and the Huddersfield Examiner. Steven still covers Huddersfield Town home and away for his own publication,WeAreTerriers.com. Steven is a two-time nominee for Regional Journalist of the Year at the prestigious British Sports Journalism Awards, making the shortlist in 2020 and 2023.
