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Kevin Phillips hails Ian Holloway

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Crystal Palace striker Kevin Phillips hails his manager Ian Holloway for bringing him off the bench during the Championship playoff final.

Kevin Phillips has praised Ian Holloway for having faith in him during Crystal Palace's 1-0 triumph over Watford in the final of the Championship playoffs this afternoon.

The veteran striker came off the bench to score from the penalty spot in extra time, which sent the Eagles back to the Premier League for the first time in eight years.

"It was magnificent to score the winning goal. I have experienced three losses in this game, so it was great to win," he told BBC Sport. "I am delighted for these players. I have to give a special mention to the manager, who threw on a 40-year-old with 30 minutes to go. Who else would have done that?

"This promotion, with the money in the Premier League, means everything. The club can build to the future with some good young talent."

The former England international also conceded that he could now retire from the game.

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