Brentford v Crystal Palace: Premier League – live

Brentford v Crystal Palace: Premier League – live

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I mentioned Wharton, so let’s think about him. I mentioned this during the Euros, but I’ve a strong sense England’s best midfield is him, Mainoo, Bellingham, and an even stronger one that he’s the only player in the squad able to play the role of a modern number six properly. Much as Palace will want to keep him, I – and they, I imagine – expect an auction next summer, with plenty of rich types involved.

So where is the game? Palace will look to have Adam Wharton dictate, taking the ball off the back three and spreading it – I really like what I’ve seen of Munoz down the right. Then Eze and Kamada will float, looking to attack the space between Brentford’s midfield three and back four while Mateta tries to push the defence back, opening up spaces for them to hit.

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