by Gene Sylvester at Selhurst Park

IN A week where Roy Hodgson was asked about the FA’s plans to seek feedback from Premier League clubs regarding the performance of VAR this season, the Palace manager would probably return a 10 out of 10 after VAR was to thank for rightfully awarding the penalty that ultimately gave Palace all three points at Selhurst Park against the fast-sinking ship of West Bromwich Albion.

Luka Milivojevic’s 37th-minute penalty was enough to give Palace their first win in four games. It took them on to 37 points, a tally which in the last four seasons has guaranteed Premier League survival.

“Defeat today would have had us looking over our shoulder, so reaching 37 points is pleasing,” reflected Hodgson after the whistle.