Crystal Palace boss Hodgson: Hart excellent for West Ham

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Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson heaped praise on West Ham goalkeeper Joe Hart after Saturday's 2-2 draw.

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Hodgson has no doubts England coach Gareth Southgate will have been impressed by Hart's form.

He said: “Joe played in almost every one of the 57 games I had with England.

“When he didn't play, it was because we wanted to give someone else the chance to show what they could do.

“So it's no surprise to me West Ham have a top-class keeper who, when needed — and they needed him against us — can respond.

“I've never written him off and people who watched this performance and see the number of saves he made, will see his presence.

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“They'll see how much work he had to do as well and he did it with great aplomb. He was excellent.

“So well done, Joe, although pity you didn't have a bad game, that would have made me happier!

“It must be nice for Gareth and England to know they've still got a goalkeeper of his class."

Source: tribalfootball.com