Restart defense is much, much better. Meslier looks much more sure under the new structure on the restarts as well. coming out well and grabs a lot of balls.

Think the long ball strategy was a necessity. Palace were quicker, more athletic and better in the midfield. Thought the sub of Klich was harsh and poor... especially since kock replaced him. Zaha also owned us on the left side. Not a knock on Ayling but he could not handle Zaha.

Thank goodness the big striker they had up front was not a great poacher or it would have been painful. However, He didn't get any time to set up his shots. Our defense never left home.

I am confused how Palace only have 38 points. They seemed a lot better than that.