Joel Ward Praises “Frightening” Attacking Talents and Expresses Eagerness for Crystal Palace’s Second Half Surge
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Crystal Palace’s captain, Joel Ward, recently shared his excitement about the “frightening” attacking talents within the squad and their potential to elevate the team’s performance in the second half of the season. Speaking on Premier League Productions’ The Final Word show, Ward highlighted the abilities of players like Ebere Eze and Michael Olise, despite their unfortunate injury setbacks.
Ward expressed his preference for playing alongside Eze and Olise rather than facing them on the pitch, emphasizing their individual brilliance and the dynamic they bring when playing together. Reflecting on their impact towards the end of the previous season, Ward described their synergy as “another ball game,” emphasizing their hunger to contribute to the team’s success.
He particularly praised Eze’s effortless style and Olise’s killer instinct, noting the latter’s tactical astuteness and desire to make a difference on the field. Ward, who recently surpassed the club’s Premier League appearance record, remains committed to contributing his experience to Palace’s cause, despite being sidelined due to injury.
With optimism for the team’s future, Ward highlighted the importance of having key players like Eze and Olise on the pitch to unsettle opponents, emphasizing their potential to ignite a turnaround in results. As he looks forward to returning to action, Ward remains grateful for the opportunity to represent Palace in the Premier League and hopes to continue making a meaningful contribution to the team’s journey.
