Mateta's Late Double Sparks Crystal Palace Comeback Against Newcastle

Jean-Philippe Mateta came off the bench to score a crucial double, securing a 2-1 comeback victory for Crystal Palace over Newcastle. The win keeps the pressure on Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, whose team has now dropped 25 points from winning positions this season. Will Osula had given Newcastle the lead with a scrappy first-half goal, but Mateta's introduction sparked a change in the game. He headed in the equalizer and then converted a penalty in injury time to complete the comeback. The result sees Crystal Palace leapfrog Newcastle into 13th place, while Newcastle's hopes of securing a European spot continue to dwindle. Newcastle goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale expressed his disappointment, stating that the team's inability to hold onto leads has been the story of their season. Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner praised his team's performance, highlighting the impact of Mateta and the squad's psychological strength. The defeat adds to the pressure on Howe, with Newcastle having lost seven of their last 10 matches and their season spiraling out of control.