James McArthur enjoyed Crystal Palace's draw with Nottingham Forest.

It marked the midfielder's final game with Palace.

McArthur said: “It was [an emotional moment] but I was just focused on trying to get back into the game and winning it! I think it'll probably sink in later on.

“I don't think we were as good as we have been in recent weeks, but Forest are a good side who make it hard for you. When they get that goal it's tough to break them down. Thankfully we got that goal and were pushing for another one, but it wasn't to be.

“They're good at counter-attacks and we were aware of that before the game. We didn't stop it – it was tough to stop – but we've got strong characters in that changing room.

“We're one of the best teams in the league for coming back and we showed once again what we're made of."

McArthur said of manager Roy Hodgson: “In the changing room all the boys thanked him. We don't know what's happening next year, but we thanked him for his effort this year.

“The coaching staff have been brilliant, the team are playing with real confidence right now, and he's instilled that in the lads."