WILFRIED ZAHA says he is thriving at Crystal Palace, thanks to the pressure put on him by Patrick Vieira.
The Eagles boss enjoys making a joke at the expense of Zaha during training but, on matchday, he expects the very best from Palace’s talisman. Zaha has been relieved of some of the defensive duties placed on him by former Palace boss Roy Hodgson, as Vieira looks to make the most of his attacking talent.
The 29-year-old has four goals and one assist in 11 Premier League games so far this season and is relishing the challenges laid down by Arsenal legend
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