November 23 2012

Wilfried Zaha

Wilfried Zaha has won October's Football League Young Player of the Month award.

The 20-year-old winger scored four goals in as many games as the Eagles moved top of the Championship.

He also made his England debut in the month to become the first Championship outfield player to be called up by the Three Lions since Jay Bothroyd in 2010.

"I'm delighted and honoured to get the trophy," said Zaha. "A couple of the games we had were really tough but we had to keep going and I'm glad I managed to pop up with a couple of goals.

"I'm pleased with my goals because I had a drought for a while so it felt good to get on the scoresheet.

"It was also a great moment for me to be [with England] with all the top players. It was great to be with them and a great experience for me."

David Wetherall, head of youth development at the Football League, said: "Wilfried is a young and exciting player who has certainly captured people's attention over the past couple of years, especially this season.

"At the age of 20 his skill and eye for goal is beyond his years and he is certainly one to watch for the future, I wish him all the best of luck for the rest of the season and beyond."