It’s a problem they have – Crystal Palace’s Chris Richards defies online abuse

Crystal Palace defender Chris Richards, right, arrived from Bayern Munich during the summer (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Crystal Palace defender Chris Richards accepts he will always be an easy target for online abuse – but maintains no matter how the trolls may try to degrade you, they will never define who you are.

The 22-year-old American joined the Eagles from Bayern Munich during the summer, and has made three Premier League appearances so far this season.