Agbinone reflects on his Palace debut: I must keep pushing and improving, says Zack Oaten

Agbinone entered the game in the latter part of the second half, replacing Daichi Kamada. Despite the limited playing time, he managed to make a significant impact with a number of key touches on the ball. This proud moment was the culmination of years of hard work and dedication for both him and his family.

“Obviously, the result didn’t go as we wanted to, so that kind of overshadows it, but I’m still grateful,” he told the club's website.

“(They told me to) just be direct, positive and make something happen. Unfortunately, I couldn’t and it didn’t go the way that we wanted, but we will continue to work hard. 

“It felt great (to receive the ball and take the defender on), it’s something I always like to do, but again nothing really came of it so I’ve got to continue to work hard and go again.” 

The 19-year-old has risen through the academy in recent years.

“I would say that (my hard work has been rewarded). I’m very thankful for the gaffer, and obviously the team, the coaches and the backroom staff, for giving me the opportunity to play in the Premier League. 

“Training up has been excellent, it’s everything I would want. Getting challenged against some of the best players in the world, it's tough every day, and that's what I like to do.” 

He added, “The fans were excellent, singing from minute one to minute 98, so I can't thank them enough for coming all this way, and I hope to see the support again against Tottenham.”