Crystal Palace Stuns Liverpool with 97th Minute Winner

Crystal Palace Stun Liverpool with Late Winner

Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park stewards struggled to clear the stadium as fans ignored their calls to leave after a thrilling match against Liverpool. Eddie Nketiah's 98th-minute goal secured a 1-0 victory for Palace, ending Liverpool's unbeaten run and extending Palace's own streak to 17 games.

The dramatic win echoed Palace's famous comeback against Liverpool in 2014, known as 'Crystanbul.' Arne Slot's frustration was evident as Nketiah scored after the game should have ended, leaving Liverpool coach Oliver Glasner disappointed with his team's performance.

Liverpool, the reigning champions, faced a tough challenge from Palace, with Ismaila Sarr scoring early in the match. Despite a late equalizer from Federico Chiesa, Palace's resilience paid off with Nketiah's decisive goal.

Liverpool's defensive lapses were evident, with Ibrahima Konate struggling against Palace's attack. Goalkeeper Alisson's heroics kept Liverpool in the game, but Palace's relentless pressure eventually paid off.

The match ended with Palace securing a historic victory, while Liverpool faced their first defeat of the season. Palace's captain led by example, showcasing a stellar performance that highlighted Liverpool's missed opportunities during the game.

Crystal Palace's remarkable win propelled them to second place in the league, equaling a club-record unbeaten run. Meanwhile, Liverpool's disappointment raised questions about their defensive vulnerabilities and missed chances during the match.