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Hodgson names two changes to starting lineup for Southampton

Roy Hodgson has made two changes to the starting XI which kicked-off against Watford on Boxing Day for Crystal Palace's clash with Southampton today, handing starts to Jairo Riedewald and James McCarthy.

Riedewald replaces left-back Patrick van Aanholt, who was substituted against the Hammers with an apparent strain. In midfield, McCarthy takes the place of Cheikhou Kouyate, who is named on the bench today.

Also on the bench are Development prospects Sam Woods, Brandon Pierrick and James Daly makes a return to the squad as a potential left-back or forward after making the 18 against Newcastle United.