Mateta's Double Helps Palace Secure Comeback Victory Over Newcastle

Crystal Palace staged a stunning comeback to defeat Newcastle 2-1, thanks to a double from substitute Jean-Philippe Mateta. Will Osula's first-half goal had given Newcastle the lead, but Mateta's introduction turned the game around. He headed in the equalizer before scoring a penalty in injury time to seal the win. The result sees Palace leapfrog Newcastle into 13th place, while Newcastle's inconsistent form continues to hinder their European ambitions. Newcastle have now dropped 25 points from winning positions, the most in the Premier League. Mateta's impact was hailed by Palace boss Oliver Glasner, who praised his team's psychological strength in securing the comeback victory. Meanwhile, Newcastle boss Eddie Howe expressed his disappointment, acknowledging that his team's inability to hold onto leads has been a recurring issue throughout the season.