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The first 20 minutes of the match were relatively uneventful, with neither side finding a clear opportunity.
Crystal Palace's tactical intent was obvious: tight marking on Ling in the backline, with midfielders dropping deep to cut off his connection with teammates.
By settling into a defensive stance early, they prevented Man United's forwards from utilizing their mobility. One had to admit Hodgson's tactical choice was quite shrewd.
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