Jean-Philippe Mateta was in buoyant mood after Crystal Palace’s 2-0 victory over Newcastle United on Wednesday night – and why not? His brace made it four goals in two games in what is becoming a remarkable purple patch.
Mateta watched through the goal with Will Hughes after full-time – with some interesting results.
“I’m happy – [Hughesy] gives me an assist, so very happy,” Mateta said. “I know the ball is going to come, I shoot, and I'm lucky the ball goes through the legs.
“And watch the celebration – fantastique!”
Hughes says Mateta’s goalscoring form is down to the striker’s dedication in training and during matches.
“He deserves it,” Hughes said. “He has been working hard on and off the ball. It’s a difficult role to play as a lone striker, but he deserves it.
“He has been grafting, and he is getting the rewards now.”
Mateta was – jokingly – less complimentary of his midfield teammate.
“He talks too much! But it’s OK – when I listen to him, sometimes I can do well.”
Watch the two chatting to Palace TV in full above!
