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ANDROS TOWNSEND SIGNS FOR EVERTON | FIRST INTERVIEW WITH NEW BLUES WINGER

Andros Townsend has signed for Everton, penning a two-year contract until the end of June 2023.The 30-year-old winger joins on a free transfer after his cont...

ANDROS TOWNSEND SIGNS FOR EVERTON | FIRST INTERVIEW WITH NEW BLUES WINGER

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"It made a difference" - Zaha indicates one big thing has helped Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace emerged 3-1 victors over Burnley on Saturday despite Roy Hodgson having made five changes to the team that lost to Manchester United last time out, dropping the likes of Andros Townsend and first-choice goalkeeper Vicente Guaita in favour of a different look starting XI. There was, of course, a starting spot for the ever-influential Wilfried Zaha, who is loving Palace’s new-found luxury. WHAT DID HE SAY? Speaking about the weekend’s win, in which he scored, the 26-year-old said: “Obviously, the gaffer [Hodgson] gives us a game plan and away from home we can’t be as open so we stay tight and try to break on teams. “We went through stages where there were so many injuries and you looked at the bench and you can’t really mix it up the way the gaffer did [at Burnley]. “It’s nice to see because we obviously put some fresh legs out there and it made a difference. It’s hard when you play a three-game week, so it made a difference changing it up.” BREATHING ROOM FOR PALACE’S STARS In Palace’s five-year spell in the Premier League, there has largely been a big gulf between the starting XI and the bench or reserves but that is no longer the case, despite the Eagles spending frugally since a big-spending January two years ago. Hodgson was able to call upon Max Meyer, Cheikhou Kouyate, Scott Dann and Wayne Hennessey and all deputised capably and, as Zaha says, this new-found depth makes Palace’s life far easier when the fixtures come thick and fast. Additionally, when the Selhurst Park outfit’s key men burn out – Townsend in particular has hardly had a rest at all this season – it is crucial that they are able to be benched and that a back-up can step in and not look out of their depth in the starting XI. Watch how to cross the road like a boss with freestyler Ben Nuttall in the video below… The pressure on the big names – Zaha, Townsend, Mamadou Sakho and Michy Batshuayi, for instance – therefore, is alleviated as they know they are in company that can still make a difference when they are absent, be it through injury or otherwise. Unfortunately for him, Ivorian Zaha remains undroppable and Palace have a long way to go before they can afford to leave the electric number 11 on the bench but, nevertheless, the improvement in squad depth is there for all to see. #CrystalPalace #WilfriedZaha #AndrosTownsend

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Hodgson comments will put Palace fans' minds at ease after worrying report - opinion

Crystal Palace recorded a great result on Saturday as they took three points from Turf Moor in their clash with Burnley, with Roy Hodgson making five changes to the team that lost to Manchester United on Wednesday. Although one was certainly bemusing – they proved effective. In his post-match interview, the 71-year-old boss explained why he made certain decisions and now it all makes sense. WHAT DID HE SAY? Asked by Palace’s media if he was pleased with the players who came in for the 3-1 win, Hodgson said: “Absolutely. But it was really just a question of giving our players who have played a lot of games the opportunity to get some rest, in particular [James] McArthur and Andros Townsend. “They’ve played every game, battling away and yet, for people like Max Meyer and Cheikhou [Kouyate] who’ve been patiently awaiting a chance they’ve got fresh legs and plenty of enthusiasm so it [the Burnley game] was a great opportunity to put them in. “Scott Dann, we thought was probably the right man to counter the sort of play we knew we would be facing and the same goes for Wayne Hennessey, the goalkeeper.” GREAT NEWS While plenty of Palace fans were alarmed by the decision to omit the previously impressive Vicente Guaita from the starting XI in favour of a start for Hennessey – particular amid reports of the Spaniard possibly seeking an exit – Hodgson has surely relieved that panic in his post-match interview. Guaita dropped? Bad decision. — Josef Saruman (@Sharman39) March 2, 2019 HENNESSEY?! — G? (@CPFC_GH) March 2, 2019 ? why’s Hennessy back in the team!! The back 4 look instantly more nervous when he plays!!! — Ray (@rayapp82) March 2, 2019 The Clarets are renowned for their direct, long-ball approach and the decision to start 6-foot-6 Hennessey in such a physical game is of no surprise now that Hodgson has explained that was the reasoning behind dropping Guaita. Watch how to cross the road like a boss with freestyler Ben Nuttall in the video below… Hennessey, who has 81 caps for Wales, was unlucky not to keep a clean sheet having brilliantly tipped Peter Crouch’s effort past the post although he was culpable for Ashley Barnes’ late consolation and it would be a real surprise if he keeps his place ahead of Guaita for the hot-blooded clash with Brighton this weekend. #MaxMeyer #CrystalPalace #AndrosTownsend

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Palace fear losing Zaha to another injury spell

Palace fear losing Zaha to another injury spell ##Androstownsend ##Crystalpalace ##Everton ##Ivorycoast

Report: Crystal Palace face fresh Wilfried Zaha injury fear Crystal Palace reportedly fear losing attacker, Wilfried Zaha to another spell on the injury sidelines as the 2018/19 season progresses.

And that is on the back of their star player having made a quick return from international duty.

The Ivory coast international who suffered a thigh issue earlier this week is right back in London…

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Townsend urging Palace to retain Zaha

Townsend urging Palace to retain Zaha ##Androstownsend ##Crystalpalace ##Premierleague ##Royhodgson ##Wilfriedzaha

Wilfried Zaha is reportedly desperate to leave Crystal Palace this summer Crystal Palace attacker, Andros Townsend is urging the club to retain team-mate, Wilfried Zaha who allegedly wants out this summer.

The England international is hopeful that his side will be able to keep hold of “special” Zaha.

And that is before the current summer transfer window finally closes for business.

Palace are at…

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Hodgson insists Palace deserved to play draw with United

Hodgson insists Palace deserved to play draw with United ##Androstownsend ##Chrissmalling ##Christianbenteke

Roy Hodgson claims it would not have been a scandal if Crystal Palace had earned a point against Manchester United Crystal Palace manager, Roy Hodgson has insisted his side deserved to play out at worst a draw with Manchester United.

And that is in the wake of the Old Trafford landlords’ dramatic late triumph against the Eagles on Monday night.

Defensive midfielder, Nemanja Matic found the net in…

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Hard times for Arsenal in London derby with Palace

Hard times for Arsenal in London derby with Palace ##Ainsleymaitland-Niles ##Alexissanchez ##Androstownsend ##Arsenal

Arsenal vs Palace Premier League Date: Sat, 20 Jan, 2018 @4pm Venue: Emirates Stadium Arsenal will try to make a return to winning ways in the Premier League when they host Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon These are certainly very hard times for Arsenal who clash with an in-form Crystal Palace side in the London derby.

The Gunners will surely have it all to do when they host the Eagles at the…

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Wenger rules out having concern over likely Sanchez summer exit

Wenger rules out having concern over likely Sanchez summer exit ##Alexissanchez ##Androstownsend ##Arsenal

Arsene Wenger (Right) expects Alexis Sanchez (Left) to regain full fitness soon Arsenal boss, Arsene Wenger has ruled out having concern over the likely exit of striker, Alexis Sanchez next summer.

The French gaffer has said in clear terms that he is not fearful of a possible exit of the attacker.

Meanwhile, Manchester City are reportedly set to table an offer for the want-away Arsenal forward in…

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