Crystal Palace staged a thrilling late comeback to defeat Newcastle United 2–1 in their Premier League Round 32 clash at Selhurst Park on Sunday night. The victory came courtesy of two late goals from Jean-Philippe Mateta, who turned the game around after Palace had gone behind in the first half.
Match Overview
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Premier League – Round 32 |
| Match | Crystal Palace vs Newcastle |
| Date | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Time | 20:00 |
| Half-Time | 0 – 1 |
| Full-Time | 2 – 1 |
Newcastle looked the sharper side early on and took a deserved lead in the 43rd minute through William Osula, finishing calmly after a slick counterattack. The Magpies appeared in control at halftime, heading into the break with a 1–0 advantage.
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However, the second half saw a rejuvenated Palace side push forward with intent. Their persistence finally paid off in the 80th minute when Mateta found the equaliser, capitalising on a defensive lapse inside the box. Then, deep into stoppage time, the French striker completed the turnaround from the penalty spot, sending the home fans into jubilation.
Goal Scorers
| Minute | Team | Scorer |
|---|---|---|
| 43′ | Newcastle | W. Osula |
| 80′ | Crystal Palace | J. Mateta |
| 90+4′ | Crystal Palace | J. Mateta |
The result lifts Crystal Palace further clear of the relegation zone and gives manager Oliver Glasner’s side a welcome boost in form. Newcastle, on the other hand, will rue their missed chances and a lack of concentration late in the game, which cost them a valuable point in their chase for a European spot.
With this win, Palace continue to show resilience under Glasner, while Mateta’s brace cements his reputation as one of the team’s most decisive performers this season.
Source: sofascore
