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Crystal Palace winger Franca proud of role in victory over Burnley

Crystal Palace winger Matheus Franca was delighted with his role in victory over Burnley.

Franca jumped from the bench to create one before winning a penalty in the 3-0 win.

He told Palace TV: "I'm feeling very good. I think it's a good time for the team: there's a new manager, a new time. I think it was a great performance.

“I was ready for our game because I've worked here training for it, and when the team needs me, I can improve and help my team.

“[For the penalty] I ran a lot and took on their player and got a pen! It's too close to the line! I look at my teammates on the right side and I don't think to do the pass, and after I took a hit, I got the assist, the same as for the second goal.

“It was a great moment on the pitch because the team changed their mentality. When they started the game, it was very good."

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