Mateta was hospitalised with a lacerated ear after a horrific challenge by Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts four weeks ago ...

Jean-Philippe Mateta will make his first appearance since his ear was "destroyed" after he was named in Crystal Palace's ...

French striker protecting injured ear with water polo-style helmet during FA Cup quarter-final return against Fulham ...

Philippe Mateta wore a protective helmet against Fulham on Saturday after his ear injury in the FA Cup win against Millwall ...

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta will return wearing a custom protective helmet similar to the one worn by Chelsea ...