Crystal Palace climbed back towards midtable with an emphatic 3-1 win over Everton at the weekend, ending a run of four games without a victory in the process.
Next up is a visit from another struggling side, Southampton. Fortunately for Patrick Vieira, he doesn’t have too many fitness problems to contend with for this one.
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Here’s how the boss could set up.
Vicente Guaita (GK) – It’s now five games on the bounce without a clean sheet for Guaita.
Joel Ward (RB) – Ward has played every minute in every game for which he was available. He’s a guaranteed starter.
James Tomkins (CB) – Andersen is back training, but he’ll struggle to displace Tomkins after his goal at the weekend.
Marc Guehi (CB) – Another permanent fixture of Vieira’s side, Guehi has impressed during his time in the Premier League.
Tyrick Mitchell (LB) – The only natural left-back in the squad, Mitchell’s position is safe.
Will Hughes (DM) – Hughes had to wait a while for his first start but made the most of his opportunity against Everton and deserves another chance.
Conor Gallagher (CM) – Superstar Gallagher has been outstanding during his spell at Palace. As close to a guaranteed starter as you’ll find.
Cheikhou Kouyate (CM) – Kouyate’s energy combines perfectly with Gallagher and the pair are a force to be reckoned with when they’re on form.
Michael Olise (RW) – Jordan Ayew is the favourite for this role, but with so many fixtures coming up, Olise should step in for this one.
Odsonne Edouard (ST) – The goals have dried up for Edouard but he should still keep his place ahead of Christian Benteke for now.
Wilfried Zaha (LW) – He’s still Palace’s talisman, but Zaha is another who needs to step up his goal involvement soon.
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