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Aheed Abrar

Mon 20 April 2026 20:50, UK

Taty Castellanos looked confident in the first half as West Ham United face Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Monday.

The Argentine striker was involved in a brilliant bit of play, which Danny Murphy loved at Selhurst Park on 20 April.

Mads Hermansen launched the ball forward around midway through the opening 45 minutes, bringing it down and showcasing his flair with a great pass to Jarrod Bowen.

Murphy has been left impressed with the 27-year-old forward’s display so far, as he’s shown confidence in his play in South London.

If Castellanos scores at Selhurst Park, it will be his fifth Premier League goal since joining the Irons in the winter transfer window and the centre-forward has built a solid foundation for the rest of the game.

West Ham have obvious game-changer vs Crystal Palace

Crysencio Summerville has been influential to the Hammers’ turnaround this season and could be the difference-maker against Palace.

The Irons have been impressive on the break and the Dutch winger has been instrumental to Nuno Espirito Santo’s plans to counter the Eagles.

Summerville has scored five goals and provided three assists in the Premier League in the current campaign and will surely have a big part to play after the break.

With Castellanos and Pablo starting up front for the East London outfit, the travelling supporters will be expecting their team to find the back of the net in the second half.

Speaking on talkSPORT on 20 April, Murphy said, “Love that,” and Sam Matterface responded, “Lovely little touch by Castellanos into Bowen.”

Murphy added, “[Castellanos] looks confident, doesn’t he? Great little touch. Good awareness. I like his energy. He looks ready.”

Nuno to make one change at half-time at Selhurst Park

Pablo has struggled at West Ham since signing in January and the Brazilian ace has once again failed to get into the game.

The 22-year-old is yet to score for the Hammers this season and it would make sense for Nuno to replace him at the break.

With the chance to go four points clear of the relegation zone, the Portuguese manager has to be proactive and ensure the Irons have the best chance of getting three points from their London rivals.

Callum Wilson is on the bench and the English striker has often made an impact off the bench, something Nuno surely needs at Selhurst Park.