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Crystal Palace 0-1 Southampton: Five things we learned from Roy Hodgson's first game as new boss takes different approach to sacked Frank De Boer

Roy Hodgson's appointment failed to inspire Crystal Palace to their first point or even Premier League goal of the season on Saturday.

The former England manager, who replaced Frank De Boer earlier this week, began his reign as Eagles boss by overseeing a frustrating 1-0 home loss to Southampton.

Sportsmail's KIERAN GILL was at Selhurst Park and has made five key points about Hodgson's Palace bow and what the 70-year-old appears to have changed.

Roy Hodgson lost his first match as Crystal Palace manager 1-0 to Southampton on Saturday
Roy Hodgson lost his first match as Crystal Palace manager 1-0 to Southampton on Saturday

Tough task ahead

Well, at least Christian Benteke didn’t take any corners.