A hard-fought game in east London yielded a valuable point for the Eagles, after Mohammed Kudus' early goal for West Ham was cancelled out by Odsonne Edouard's clinical finish in the second-half.
Making just his sixth Premier League start for Palace, Richards was a late inclusion in the starting XI after Jeffrey Schlupp's withdrawal, and put in an eye-catching performance in the unfamiliar position of defensive midfielder.
Richards completed the second-most tackles (five), interceptions (two) and clearances (four) of any player on the pitch – and you recognised his defensive contributions by naming him your Grilla Man of the Match.
The United States international won 29.2% of your votes, with Michael Olise second on 16.8% and Edouard third on 16.1%.
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