Crystal Palace, playing with just ten players, endured a difficult defeat as Liverpool staged a late comeback, securing a 2-1 win at Selhurst Park.
Liverpool secured a victory against Crystal Palace, putting them at the top of the Premier League table. Harvey Elliott scored an impressive goal in the 90th minute, ensuring Liverpool earned three points. Before that, Mohamed Salah scored for Liverpool, equalizing Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta, who had scored from a penalty kick.
Crystal Palace had a better performance this time after their manager, Roy Hodgson, faced criticism for their last match. They took the lead with Mateta’s penalty, but the game shifted when Jordan Ayew of Crystal Palace received a red card for a foul on Elliott. Shortly after Ayew’s dismissal, Salah scored for Liverpool, and Elliott’s exceptional goal sealed the win. Liverpool is now one point ahead of Arsenal in the league standings.
However, the game took a turn when Jordan Ayew received a controversial second yellow card, and Mohamed Salah scored a fortunate goal for Liverpool shortly afterward, shifting the momentum in favor of the visitors.
Facing additional injury challenges and increasing pressure on their goal, Crystal Palace encountered difficulties. In injury time, Harvey Elliott seized the opportunity and secured the win for Liverpool with a well-placed shot.
Crystal Palace entered their second match at Selhurst Park within four days following a disappointing result against Bournemouth, as acknowledged by manager Roy Hodgson. Despite facing an undefeated Liverpool side in their last eight Premier League games, Crystal Palace demonstrated comparable quality and determination in the competitive first half. Joel Ward, in his 350th appearance for Palace, played a pivotal role in thwarting Liverpool’s attempts to advance quickly, including a crucial sliding tackle to halt an early break from the visitors.
Even though Liverpool had more possession, Crystal Palace, boosted by their enthusiastic fans at Selhurst Park, posed a greater threat, especially in fast attacks. They had a significant opportunity to score in the first half.
A swift passing sequence from Palace saw Ayew delivering a low pass into the box. Edouard missed it, but Lerma’s stretching attempt forced an impressive save from Liverpool’s goalkeeper, Alisson Becker. The ball hit the post, and Alexander-Arnold had to clear it quickly to prevent Palace from taking the lead.
This moment energized Palace’s attack, resulting in a penalty shortly afterward. Hughes won the ball from Endo, setting up Edouard, who was fouled by Van Dijk. The referee initially awarded a penalty, but after reviewing the video, he changed his decision, believing Hughes fouled Endo instead.
As the first half progressed, Liverpool started to attack more, but they had few clear chances. Szoboszlai had an opportunity, but Hughes blocked it over the goal.
Edouard got injured just before halftime, and Mateta replaced him at the start of the second half. Shortly after, Mateta made a significant impact.
In the second half, Palace had less possession, but they utilized it better. Núñez had a close header for the visitors. Then, Palace earned a well-deserved opportunity.
Mateta controlled a low cross from Hughes and appeared to be fouled by Quansah. The game continued for a while before VAR intervened, helping the referee see a clear foul. The referee then awarded Palace a penalty.
Mohamed Salah reached a milestone by scoring his 200th goal for Liverpool, with 150 of them in the Premier League. In a thrilling comeback, Liverpool secured a 2-1 victory over 10-man Crystal Palace, claiming the top spot in the Premier League. Although temporarily ahead of Arsenal in the standings, Arsenal has a chance to reclaim the lead if they win against Aston Villa later today. The game featured Jean-Philippe Mateta opening the scoring with a penalty, followed by goals from Salah and Harvey Elliot for Liverpool.