By Joel, what a speech

By Joel, what a speech

Following Crystal Palace’s FA Cup victory, captain Joel Ward delivered an impassioned message to his teammates, citing the biblical verse Jeremiah 29:11 in the changing room.

“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord,” Ward recited, his voice resonating with conviction. “‘Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’”

The moment, captured in a video shared by Ballers In God on Instagram, shows Ward addressing the team with conviction, underscoring the role of faith in their journey. “It’s not just about football,” Ward said. “It’s about purpose, unity, and belief.”

Ward, 35, is well known for his Christian faith and kneels on the pitch in prayer before every game.

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