General · 12 April 2026

Mateta's late goals give Palace 2-1 win

Newcastle United's chances of European qualification suffered a further setback following their 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace. Substitute Jean-Philippe Mateta scored two goals, with one being a penalty kick taken four minutes into injury time, securing the win for the Eagles. This late spot-kick marked only Palace's second home Premier League win since November, leaving Newcastle five points behind seventh-placed Brentford.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 April 2026 at 18:33

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