Ben Casey

Benjamin Omena Akpowubrunei Casey (born 4 February 2008) is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for Premier League club Crystal Palace. He is an England youth international.

Club career Born in London in February 2008, In July 2024, Casey signed a scholarship deal with Palace prior to the start of the 2024–25 season.

Casey scored 12 goals as a first-year scholar for the Palace Under-18s in the 2024–25 season, before scoring a further 11 goals in seven appearances at the start of the 2025–26 season, prior to signing a first professional contract with the club.

Casey made his professional debut for Palace appearing as a second half substitute for Justin Devenny in the UEFA Conference League on 11 December 2025, in a 3–0 away win against Irish club Shelbourne. Palace's manager Oliver Glasner when asked about Casey's first-team debut said “He's doing very well in our youth team. He's scoring goals, he's got a great profile, he's got a pace, and that's why he deserves it". Casey was quoted as saying “It was a great day. It was something that I've been dreaming about my whole life".

International career In August 2023, Casey represented England U16 against Italy. He played for England U18 against France U18 in October 2025.

Personal life Casey is of Nigerian descent. Premier League

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