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The rebirth of Ghana’s Jeffrey Schlupp
Upon becoming the Premier League champions in the 2015/16 season, Leicester City released the Ghanaian fullback to Crystal Palace. After months of playing second fiddle to many players, Schlupp has cemented his place in Palace’s midfield, courtesy of Roy Hodgson’s faith in the 26-year-old.
Where is the ceiling for Wilfried Zaha?
The 25-year-old Ivorian has become the most important force at Crystal Palace’s Selhurst Park and one of the most feared forwards in the English Premier League. With no major trophy to his name so far but only goals and countless dribbles, is it the climax of his career or is he developing into something more?
Liverpool making the right noises – Thanks to the Africans
Man City are looking like they may be EPL runaway leaders once more. But last campaign’s UEFA Champions League finalists, Liverpool are looking quite sharp with their African talent on fleek
Ivory Coast’s Zaha commits to Palace ending months long speculation
Wilfried Zaha will be staying put at Crystal Palace fending off interest from Dortmund, Tottenham and Chelsea after agreeing a new 5 year deal with club.
Salah soldiers Liverpool on in the battle for EPL second
Mo Salah and Sadio Mane score in Liverpool win
Teammate Delaney talks about the importance of the Ivorian
Zaha crucial to Palace survival
Mourinho hits back at Frank De Boer
Premier League history not on Frank De Boer's side at the moment