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In pictures: Palace secure first win

October 17 2017

Yohan Cabaye

Yohan Cabaye

It was a long time coming but Crystal Palace got their first points of the season with a 2-1 win over Chelsea. Here are the key shots from the game.

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Wilfried Zaha started his first game since Huddersfield on the opening day.

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Goalkeeper Julian Speroni was recalled in place of the injured Wayne Hennessey.

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Palace start the game well and take the lead after Yohan Cabaye's shot is turned in by Cesar Azpilicueta on 11 minutes.

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Midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko headed a soft equaliser for Chelsea just seven minutes later.

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Zaha puts Palace back in front just before half-time with a low finish past Thibaut Courtois.

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Both sides battled it out for another goal but Palace secured a vital 2-1 victory.

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Manager Roy Hodgson was delighted to collect his first league win in charge.

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As were the jubilant players...

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