Crystal Palace midfielder Joe Ledley claims that Liverpool striker Christian Benteke went down softly to win a late penalty after minimal contact from Damien Delaney.

The Belgian converted the penalty in the last minute of injury time of the clash at Selhurst Park to claim a 2-1 win for the Reds but his actions received criticism from opponent Ledley.

Ledley told the club's official website: "Decisions like that cost us the game, he hasn't touched him.

"I don't think it's a penalty, I quickly saw it and I think he's (Benteke) gone down softly.

"Damien isn't happy, he says it was clearly not a penalty and he's an honest lad."

Following Ledley's well-struck opener, Liverpool lost James Milner to a red card but fought back thanks to goals from Roberto Firmino and Benteke's lucky stoppage time winner.