Roy Hodgson has secured Premier League safety for Crystal Palace for the second season running and today spoke in his press conference about how confirmed survival has affected his squad as they head into their final three matches.
The manager explained that both he and his side are pleased to have ensured top-flight football for next season, but that due to high levels of motivation, they are still focussed and energised for the forthcoming clashes.
Hodgson said: "I am happy with it but you know I think there have been periods in the season where we've had a long look over our shoulders.