Substitute Jean-Philippe Mateta scored a double to seal a remarkable comeback victory for Crystal Palace over Newcastle, leaving the Magpies' European ambitions hanging by a thread. Will Osula had given Newcastle the lead with a scrappy goal in the first half, but Mateta's introduction turned the game on its head. He headed in the equalizer before converting a penalty in injury time to complete the turnaround.
The defeat heaps pressure on Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, whose side has now dropped 25 points from winning positions this season. Palace, on the other hand, leapfrog Newcastle into 13th place, and the win is a significant boost to their morale. Mateta's impact was lauded by Palace boss Oliver Glasner, who praised his team's psychological strength in overcoming a difficult first half to secure the win.