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Brighton manager Chris Hughton backs Anthony Knockaert to punish Crystal Palace on return from ban

Brighton boss Chris Hughton hopes Anthony Knockaert is about to take his frustration out on Crystal Palace.

French winger Knockaert has been kicking his heels for almost five weeks as he served a three-match ban for his red card at Everton last month.

But Knockaert, who has scored three goals this season, is back to boost Brighton's attack for the relegation run-in - starting at derby rivals Palace on Saturday.

Anthony Knockaert is sent off for a nasty challenge on Everton's Leighton Baines last month
Anthony Knockaert is sent off for a nasty challenge on Everton's Leighton Baines last month

'It's a big boost for us because of the ability he has,' said Hughton.