Crystal Palace recently secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Newcastle United in a Premier League match at Selhurst Park. Substitute Jean-Philippe Mateta was the hero, scoring a header in the 80th minute to equalize and then converting a late penalty in stoppage time after a foul on Newcastle's Lerma.[1][2][3]
Match Summary
Newcastle took the lead through William Osula's hooked finish early on, putting pressure on Palace, who have struggled at home this season with only four Premier League wins at Selhurst Park. Palace mounted a comeback, with Mateta's brace turning the game around amid chaotic late scenes.[2][3][7][1]
Key Context
- The win boosted Crystal Palace's midtable position while denting Newcastle's European qualification hopes, dropping them to 14th and ending their chance of back-to-back away wins since April 2025.[3]
- This was just Palace's second loss to Newcastle in the last 11 head-to-heads (5 wins, 4 draws for Palace).[3]
- The match followed Palace's UEFA Conference League success against Fiorentina, though they had won only once in nine prior league games after European fixtures.[2][3]
Fan and Media Reaction
Fans praised Mateta's impact and manager Oliver Glasner's substitutions, calling it a "raucous" night at Selhurst Park. Newcastle supporters expressed frustration, with post-match reviews labeling the performance "hopeless."[7][10][2]
This thrilling result highlights Palace's resilience in late-game scenarios, while Newcastle must regroup for their push up the table.[9][1][3]