Crystal Palace vs Southampton LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
Patrick Vieira has now earned three successive wins at Selhurst Park
French forward Odsonne Edouard’s first-half strike was enough for Crystal Palace to earn a narrow win over struggling Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday.
Palace dominated the opening period and deservedly went into the break in front after Edouard steered home the ball from close range in the 38th minute after the Palace striker had an earlier effort ruled out following a VAR review.
Southampton were much improved in the second half, with Che Adams missing two glorious chances to level, while Stuart Armstrong’s low drive came out off the post.
The visitors could not find an equaliser, however, and Southampton stayed 16th in the standings, two points above the relegation zone, while Palace moved into the top half with their fourth victory of the campaign. (
Crystal Palace vs Southampton
Palace's threat is coming from their left still, with Zaha slotting it through for Eze again. He's looking for Edouard in the middle with his low cross, but Caleta-Car steps in with a vital block.
Crystal Palace vs Southampton
Southampton's frustration is starting to show as they're still struggling to get out of their own half. Caleta-Car eventually decides to go long but overhits the pass to Aribo straight out of play.
Crystal Palace vs Southampton
Palace are breaking quickly on the counter, and Salisu takes one for the team by blocking off Edouard's run and picking up a yellow card.
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