Crystal Palace defender Joel Ward hailed Vicente Guaita for their 0-0 draw at Newcastle United.

The 'keeper was involved in several key moments at St James' Park, making a series of remarkable saves as his side at times had to battle hard against Newcastle offensives.

Praising Guaita post-match, Ward said: “Look at the first-half, the one on one, and the second-half where he tips it onto the post. V, we know his quality, know what he can do and how quick he is. His reactions are second to none. Some games, some days, you need your 'keepers to pull out those worldie saves and today he did that for us."

He also stated: “You know what kind of threat they pose, especially from set plays," Ward said. “I think we did well to nullify that and keep them at bay and see that out. I think everyone from front to back did well and made sure they competed at set plays and made it difficult for Newcastle. It's a clean sheet and that's something we want to see more of."