Grabban grabs late winner for Palace

LEWIS GRABBAN’S injury-time goal gave Crystal Palace a 3-2 Coca Cola Championship victory over West Brom at The Hawthorns, denting Albion’s promotion hopes.

Neil Clement gave the hosts the lead direct from a free-kick in the first half but Republic of Ireland striker Clinton Morrison kept up his good recent scoring record when he levelled with a low right-footed effort in the 36th minute.

Palace led at half-time after Ben Watson netted from the penalty spot in the 40th minute after Michael Hughes had been brought down by West Brom substitute Martin Albrechtsen – who was sent off as a result of the challenge.