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Crystal Palace host Brentford in the Premier League in a clash that could have ramifications for the teams at the bottom of the table. The Eagles head into the game in 15th just three points above the relegation zone while the Bees sit one place, an one point, above them in the table.
Palace are in need of a victory. Since November 4th they’ve gone eight league games without one though have performed admirably during that run recording draws against Man City and West Ham. However, three points would end their barren run and ease some of the pressure on Roy Hodgson.
The come up against Brentford at an ideal time as well. The Bees have lost four games in a row and look a shadow of their former selves. This close match-up could be just what they need to reignite their season.
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Crystal Palace vs Brentford
Palace’s eight-game winless run in the Premier League ended with a 3-1 victory over Brentford at Selhurst Park. The Bees had won their last four away London derbies and took the lead inside two minutes. Jensen flicked the ball down the right to Roerslev, who curled in an accurate first-time cross. Lewis-Potter was alert in the middle and got ahead of Clyne to crash in his strike from close range. However, they couldn’t build momentum, and the Eagles came from behind in the first half. Olise finished off Ayew’s curling cross from the right with the outside of his boot before Eze gave Hodgson’s men the lead. He got on the end of a pass inside from Mitchell, rolling past Pinnock before finishing into the bottom right corner. Olise was lively and scored his second after the restart. He rushed inside from the left, beating Collins before slotting his low effort from inside the box into the bottom-left corner. Brentford went close to getting one back, but Maupay crashed the bar with a shot from range. Next up, Palace host Everton in the third round of the FA Cup. As for Brentford, they welcome Wolves. That’s all, goodbye.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
FULL-TIME: CRYSTAL PALACE 3-1 BRENTFORD
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
Lerma bursts towards the edge of the box and slides a pass down the right to Olise. He tries to find space to strike his hat-trick but is forced to the byline. He then lashes a low cross into the middle that is cleared behind by Pinnock.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
Ayew slowly walks off the pitch after a selfless performance for Palace. He won three fouls and made two key passes. Schlupp is given the last couple of minutes off the bench.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
There will be four minutes of additional time.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
SAVE! Henderson makes another strong stop. Olakigbe has looked lively since coming on. He gets past his marker and blasts a low cross into the box from the right. It hits Clyne and almost loops into the top-left corner, but the goalkeeper claws it away.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
Olise lifts a deep free-kick from the left into the box. It goes through to Andersen, who attacks it well but sends his downward header just wide of the post.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
Ayew does brilliantly to rush down the left and win a free-kick off Yarmoliuk, who trips him next to the corner flag. Brentford have had a dominant spell, so the Eagles will take their time with this.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
Palace striker Mateta hasn’t had a shot but has been an important figure up front for the Eagles and has held up the ball well. He is now coming off for Franca.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford
Palace make two changes to slow down the game. Eze scored their second goal and is now coming off for Hughes.
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