Crystal Palace Star Dean Henderson Trends After FA Cup Title Party Antics
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson has taken social media by storm following the club’s historic FA Cup triumph over Manchester City on May 17, 2025. The 1-0 victory, sealed by Eberechi Eze’s first-half goal, marked Palace’s first major trophy in 120 years, and Henderson’s heroics were at the heart of the celebrations that followed. Fans are convinced the 28-year-old has cemented his status as a club legend after spotting his wild antics at the title party.
Henderson, who escaped a red card for handling the ball outside his penalty area, made amends with a stunning penalty save from Omar Marmoush and a series of crucial stops to secure the win. But it was his post-match behavior at Wembley’s BoxPark that sent fans into a frenzy. Leading the celebrations, Henderson grabbed a microphone and belted out an X-rated chant to the tune of Shakira’s Waka Waka: “12th again, who gives a f***, we’ve won the FA Cup!” The chant, poking fun at Palace’s mid-table Premier League finishes, had supporters roaring with laughter and pride.
Videos of Henderson’s passionate performance flooded platforms like X, with fans hailing his connection to the club. “Dean Henderson INSTANTLY becomes a Palace legend,” one user posted, while another wrote, “I’ve been rooting for him for years, and he’s showing it on the biggest stage!” The goalkeeper’s emotional dedication of the win to his late father, who passed away in July 2024, further endeared him to supporters, adding depth to his on-pitch heroics.
The Holmesdale Fanatics, Palace’s fervent supporters’ group, amplified the electric atmosphere, with their non-stop chanting and flares creating a carnival-like scene. Henderson’s knee-sliding, pint-downing, and chant-leading antics perfectly matched their energy, convincing fans he’s “one of us.” Social media buzzed with clips of him alongside teammates like Will Hughes and Jean-Philippe Mateta, who danced to Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom by Vengaboys into the early hours.
As posts on X declared Henderson a “top keeper” and “Palace icon,” the consensus is clear: his FA Cup heroics and unfiltered celebrations have won hearts. With clean sheets against giants like Liverpool and Manchester United this season, Henderson’s star is rising, and fans are convinced he’s ready to challenge for England’s No. 1 spot at the 2026 World Cup.
