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'Hats off' - Crystal Palace boss Hodgson sings Jordan Ayew's praise

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson has hailed Ghana striker Jordan Ayew, whose individual brilliance decided Thursday's Premier League victory over West Ham United.

With the match looking headed for a draw, the 28-year-old provided a moment of magic as he netted a sublime solo effort on the stroke of full-time to ensure a 2-1 home triumph at Selhurst Park.

He drove into the box from wide, cheekily beating three defenders in the process, before effortlessly dinking the ball over the onrushing goalkeeper Roberto Jimenez.

"The winning goal was just an incredible winning effort.