Crystal Palace striker Jordan Ayew has lauded the support the fans gave him following his substitution late on in their 3-0 win over against Arsenal in the English Premier League on Monday night.
Ayew despite losing his starting position in the Eagles team before the last international break remained committed and continually fought whenever he was called upon by his manager.
The 30-year-old netted in the 24th minute of game as he got away from two Arsenal defenders and bent a shot beyond Aaron Ramsdale.
“It’s amazing,” Ayew told Palace TV+. “I told the guys: I’ve never played against Arsenal and won 3-0 before. It’s amazing. This season has been really, really good. We’ve enjoyed it and hopefully we will build on it for next year.
“As players, we always want to do positive things. We have positive things coming ahead, like the semi-final of the FA Cup. Everyone wants to participate, and we’ll do our best to help the club achieve it’s goals.
He added, “[The standing ovation] was nice. I was surprised, but obviously they have always been good to me, the fans, and I need to thank them as well."
“Things have not been easy. We keep on going, keep on fighting, and keep on working hard. Days like today we want often.
“In life, you don’t decide - but we do our best."
Ayew has scored two goals and registered three assists in 27 leagues games for Crystal Palace this season.