Several Crystal Palace supporters have been heaping praise on youngster David Omilabu on social media after the Eagles shared news of his hat-trick this week on their official Twitter account.
The 18-year-old, who signed his first professional contract with the club just last month, netted a hat-trick on Wednesday for the club’s Under-18 side.
Omilabu netted two penalties before sealing his hat-trick on the hour mark in a 5-1 win over West Ham.
Prior to Wednesday, Omilabu, who is capable of playing anywhere across the front line, had scored 12 goals in just 11 starts for the Under-18’s.
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Fellow youngster Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, who has is pushing to feature for the first-team before the end of the season, also starred alongside Omilabu in the win.
Palace fans react
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The club provided live updates of the Under-18’s on their official Twitter page on Wednesday afternoon.
This is what these fans had to say about Omilabu after he sealed his hat-trick, with many waxing lyrical over the forward and one describing him as ‘phenomenal’.
“Running out of words for this kid absolutely unreal talent.”
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“Phenomenal”
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“Get him on the bench at least @roy“
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