On Matchday 32 of the Premier League, Crystal Palace faced Newcastle United on Sunday. The visitors took an early lead in the 43rd minute when William Osula found the net, putting Crystal Palace at a disadvantage.
However, the hosts had an ace up their sleeve in Jean-Philippe Mateta, who turned the tide of the game with a stunning header in the 35th minute of the second half and converted a penalty just 14 minutes later, leading his team to a remarkable comeback victory.
Newcastle’s Jefferson Lerma nearly altered the course of the match in the 68th minute, but his shot hit the post, keeping the score at 2-1.
Mateta was undoubtedly the star of the match, scoring twice, taking two shots on target, and making two successful passes.
Defensively, Maxence Lacroix also made significant contributions, winning two duels and clearing the ball from the danger zone on eight occasions.
In an impressive display of skill, Crystal Palace’s Jefferson Lerma displayed a dazzling move to get past Newcastle’s Joelinton with an impressive nutmeg in the 15th minute of the first half.
Coach Oliver Glasner deployed a 3-4-3 formation, featuring Dean Henderson in goal; Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, and Jaydee Canvot in defense; Daniel Muñoz, Will Hughes, Jefferson Lerma, and Tyrick Mitchell in midfield; and Brennan Johnson, Jörgen Larsen, and Yéremy Pino leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Eddie Howe’s team set up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Aaron Ramsdale guarding the goal; Valentino Livramento, Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, and Lewis Hall in defense; Jacob Murphy, Lewis Miley, Sandro Tonali, Joelinton, and Anthony Gordon in midfield; and William Osula as the lone striker.
Referee Andrew Madley officiated the match.
Looking ahead, Crystal Palace will host West Ham United next, while Newcastle United will play at home against Bournemouth at St. James’ Park.
Following this match, Crystal Palace sits with 42 points in 13th place, with Newcastle United also having 42 points, now in 14th.
Substitutions for Crystal Palace
63’ 2T – Brennan Johnson out for Ismaïla Sarr, Will Hughes out for Adam Wharton
64’ 2T – Jörgen Larsen out for Jean-Philippe Mateta
75’ 2T – Yéremy Pino out for Daichi Kamada
95’ 2T – Tyrick Mitchell out for Borna Sosa
Substitutions for Newcastle United
70’ 2T – Anthony Gordon out for Harvey Barnes
83’ 2T – Joelinton out for Jacob Ramsey, William Osula out for Nick Woltemade
94’ 2T – Sandro Tonali out for Anthony Elanga, Jacob Murphy out for Yoane Wissa
Yellow Cards for Newcastle United:
22’ 2T – Malick Thiaw (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 29’ 2T – Joelinton (Unsporting behavior), 47’ 2T – Aaron Ramsdale (Insulting or showing disapproval towards the referee)