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Crystal Palace’s manager, Roy Hodgson, expressed his joy at the return of Ghanaian forward Jordan Ayew from the Africa Cup of Nations. Despite Ayew’s impressive performance, scoring a brace in Ghana’s final group game against Mozambique, the Black Stars faced an early exit from the tournament.
The 32-year-old swiftly reclaimed a starting role in Crystal Palace’s match against Sheffield United on Tuesday, contributing to the Eagles’ victory at Selhurst Park. Hodgson highlighted the impact of Ayew’s return and praised the exceptional performance of Jean-Philippe Mateta in recent weeks.
Speaking after the game, Hodgson emphasized the unique attacking dynamics that Ayew, Mateta, and other key players bring to the team. He acknowledged the challenges faced when missing creative and talented players but expressed confidence in the overall quality of the team. Hodgson believed that having Ayew and other key players back in the lineup allowed Crystal Palace to create chances and pose different challenges for opponents.
Reflecting on the team’s performance in the first half of the game against Sheffield United, Hodgson was pleased with the quality showcased by the players. He noted that the team demonstrated its strengths, particularly in the initial 60 minutes of the match, and expressed his belief in the squad’s overall capability.
source:locotvgh.com