Author: Sports Reporter

Ward signed for the Eagles in May 2012 and has gone on to make 304 Premier League appearances for the South London outfit, including a number at the end of last season when Glasner joined the club in February.

After the final whistle had blown at Selhurst Park following the 2-2 draw between Crystal Palace and Manchester City last Saturday, Eagles boss Oliver Glasner spent time on the pitch in deep discussion with young midfielder Justin Devenny.

Given those struggles and the added pressure of being a key attacker for the team, Oliver Glasner was asked about his approach with Eze.

It was his first outing following a lengthy knee injury he suffered 10 minutes into his second appearance, an EFL Cup fixture against Norwich City in August.

Centre-back Lacroix and wing-back Munoz ensured that the Eagles left Selhurst Park with a point on Saturday thanks to a 2-2 draw with champions Manchester City.

Pep Guardiola’s side came from behind twice to halt the SE25 side in their quest for three points and just their third win of a league season which had seen them languish in the relegation spots in recent weeks.

Yet, with the returns of several players, the team is only one player away from a full selection and, quite frankly, the team is used to Matheus Franca’s absence, as frustrating as that is for both player and club.

Having taken the early lead via a Daniel Munoz goal, Glasner could reflect on the advantages of his tactical system against a traditional back four.

The lowdown on Crystal Palace’s 2-2 draw at home against Manchester City today.

If Devenny’s move to the first team was unforeseen, as were several injuries that have tested the limits of Glasner’s squad.

EXCLUSIVE BY ANDREW MCSTEEN “Not much has changed. It was nice coming back down on to Purley Way which is

Eberechi Eze should have given Palace the lead with the best chance of the first half in the 37th minute.