Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Ipswich Town at Selhurst Park (kick-off 15:00 BST). Midfielder Cheick Doucoure is in contention to be part of this weekend's squad. Sage also confirmed that Jean-Philippe Mateta remains unavailable to face Ipswich.
Facing the league leaders was always going to be a free hit and the team played with a tempo and energy that was refreshing. The passing interplay, movement and pressing off the ball is definitely better than has been seen for a few years at McDiarmid Park. Poor from Cheick Diabate for the goal, no idea what he was trying to do, but Joel Cotterill looks a player, Enes Alic was superb down the left again and Toby Steward outstanding in goals.
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