[Albion] Crystal Palace vs Brighton & Hove Albion *** Official Match Thread ***

[Hotchilidog]

Did you know Palarse have been awarded 9 penalties this season in 30 leagues games i.e. one in every 3 games or so. Can't beliveve the ref's keep falling for it - it will be interesting to see if VAR alters that next season!?

Watching them at first hand on Saturday that seems to be their prime tactic. The plan just seemed to be run around a lot and wait to get fouled, with very little thought given to creating decent shooting opportunities

 

[Monkey Man]

Thought it was a penalty from what I saw on TV, just as their penalty at the Amex was a clear enough one too.

(It's quite pleasing being fair and equitable about these things after we've just got six points from Palace.)

 

[Wozza]

Thought it was a penalty from what I saw on TV

But, watching the clip above, what makes it a penalty? Where is the contact?

It LOOKS like a trip because AT dives so well - but isn't imo.

 

[Surrey Phil]

I think the problem nowadays is always having to establish if there was contact. In the good old days, it was simply a question of was it deliberate, which is much clearer and easier to judge. That is why many more penalties are given nowadays and why you're getting a lot more players diving as a result!

 

[CPFC G]

Well not a great day for us obviously, Neither team played well but we should have made more of the chances and possession we had.

Two good goals from Glenn and the dirty french git though for you lot. See you next season, Or at Wembley maybe!

 

[Triggaaar]

Neither team played well

Not sure about that. Obviously we weren't turning on the style, but our game plan was to be organised and defend, and then hit you on the break. That tactic took a major blow when our pacey striker got injured during the warm up, but we managed to do it anyway with grandpa Murray. You can't say we didn't defend well (therefore play well), with your only goal following that dive from Townsend. Maybe it should have been a penalty anyway, but it's difficult to tell with him deliberately leaving his leg behind and throwing himself to the floor.

See you next season, Or at Wembley maybe!

Aye.

 

[Easy 10]

Since the start of last season, Palace have been awarded 19 penalties in the Premier League - that is 6 more than any other side. For a lower-midtable junk team like them, that is an astonishing stat.

Its their primary, number 1 tactic as soon as they get in the box. They are cheating filthy weasels, and if there's any justice in the game, they'll take that 18th spot in May and the division will finally be shot of them and their weekly diving antics. They would not be missed.

 

[CPFC G]

Not sure about that. Obviously we weren't turning on the style, but our game plan was to be organised and defend, and then hit you on the break. That tactic took a major blow when our pacey striker got injured during the warm up, but we managed to do it anyway with grandpa Murray. You can't say we didn't defend well (therefore play well), with your only goal following that dive from Townsend. Maybe it should have been a penalty anyway, but it's difficult to tell with him deliberately leaving his leg behind and throwing himself to the floor.

Aye.

You did defend well Trigger, I will give you that.

 

[CPFC G]

Since the start of last season, Palace have been awarded 19 penalties in the Premier League - that is 6 more than any other side. For a lower-midtable junk team like them, that is an astonishing stat.

Its their primary, number 1 tactic as soon as they get in the box. They are cheating filthy weasels, and if there's any justice in the game, they'll take that 18th spot in May and the division will finally be shot of them and their weekly diving antics. They would not be missed.

We have a few fast and tricky players that teams keep fouling in the box, Maybe teams should try and stand them up rather than offer the leg or dive in.
Yet to see a really soft pen given to us this season, Silly full backs need to learn Wilf and co are too quick for them in the box.

Would your style of play be missed by neutrals in this league?.... Nope..not for a minute.

 

[Bob'n'weave]

Has the Palace 'penalty' been discussed? Sure, Proper lunges, but where is the contact?!

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https://twitter.com/warrenchrismas/status/1105092079288549376

This clip will be circulating around training grounds as we speak. The perfect way to 'draw the foul', or how to con the ref into getting a penalty. Love the way he drags his right leg when he sees Gross's leg go out and is preparing to leap as soon as he can feel the hairs on Gross's leg. He actually leaps 4 foot with no momentum other than his own. Perfect ****.

 

[Icy Gull]

Q

We have a few fast and tricky players that teams keep fouling in the box, Maybe teams should try and stand them up rather than offer the leg or dive in.
Yet to see a really soft pen given to us this season, Silly full backs need to learn Wilf and co are too quick for them in the box.

Would your style of play be missed by neutrals in this league?.... Nope..not for a minute.

Saturday’s was very soft and AT was on his way down before any contact was made...cheats

 

[Triggaaar]

You did defend well Trigger, I will give you that.

Thanks.

Would your style of play be missed by neutrals in this league?.... Nope..not for a minute.

That applies to over half the teams (including yours).

 

[Triggaaar]

Townsend drags his right leg to ensure a realistic 'tumble' over Gross's thigh.

Propper's thigh

Love the way he drags his right leg when he sees Gross's leg go out and is preparing to leap as soon as he can feel the hairs on Gross's leg.

Is it just me that thinks Gross didn't play, and it was Propper's leg?

 

[Wozza]

Would your style of play be missed by neutrals in this league?.... Nope..not for a minute.

LOL. You've scored just 6 (SIX!) goals from open play at home all season.

 

[Springal]

We have a few fast and tricky players that teams keep fouling in the box, Maybe teams should try and stand them up rather than offer the leg or dive in.
Yet to see a really soft pen given to us this season, Silly full backs need to learn Wilf and co are too quick for them in the box.

Would your style of play be missed by neutrals in this league?.... Nope..not for a minute.

Given the 2 year head start we gave you, you've not progressed much have you? You like are stinking the Premier League out. Although your calamity defensive pairing will keep the neutral amused no doubt

 

[Easy 10]

We have a few fast and tricky players that teams keep fouling in the box, Maybe teams should try and stand them up rather than offer the leg or dive in.
Yet to see a really soft pen given to us this season, Silly full backs need to learn Wilf and co are too quick for them in the box.

Would your style of play be missed by neutrals in this league?.... Nope..not for a minute.

Saturdays pen was as soft as they come. I can see why the ref gave it, but Townsend was clever, and snide. He was already on his way down before any contact was made, but at full speed that makes it very hard for the officials. Your mob have turned it into an artform, led by the king swivel-eyed gravity whore of them all. The likes of Townsend are clearly learning from the master.

I have no doubt this technique has been practiced and practiced and perfected on the Palace training ground (after the players have finished their ratburgers). 19 penalties in a season and a half. NINETEEN.

Ridiculous.

 

[Official Old Man]

Did you know Palarse have been awarded 9 penalties this season in 30 leagues games i.e. one in every 3 games or so. Can't beliveve the ref's keep falling for it - it will be interesting to see if VAR alters that next season!?

VAR will only be in the Premier League. Will Palace?

 

[Triggaaar]

VAR will only be in the Premier League. Will Palace?

Unfortunately yes.

 

[spence]

I was always secretly jealous of the fans who saw us win when McShane got the winner. No need to Anymore as I was at Selhurst on Saturday. Obviously the home game also. Doubles don't come round often especially if you are Palace

 

[Ecosse Exile]

I was always secretly jealous of the fans who saw us win when McShane got the winner. No need to Anymore as I was at Selhurst on Saturday. Obviously the home game also. Doubles don't come round often especially if you are Palace

Indeed, not sure of accuracy as i haven't checked, but i read the last time they did the double over us, Goofy was making his first appearance on cinema screens and Hitler had just been given German citizenship, 1932