On an afternoon that saw the Eagles overcome a tough start to gradually take control of proceedings, there were a number of fine displays across the park, including goalscorers Jeffrey Schlupp and Wilfried Zaha who will be obvious contenders for the prize.
However, Wayne Hennessey made a string of important saves at 0-0, while Aaron Wan-Bissaka repaid the faith shown in him by Roy Hodgson by playing a big part in the second goal as well as keeping his sheet clean.
Meanwhile, Patrick van Aanholt got an assist for the opening strike of the season, while Andros Townsend was his industrious self through the contest.
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