Mateta's Late Double Seals Dramatic Crystal Palace Comeback Against Newcastle

Jean-Philippe Mateta came off the bench to score a crucial double, securing a dramatic 2-1 comeback win for Crystal Palace over Newcastle. Will Osula had given Newcastle the lead with a scrappy first-half goal, but Mateta's introduction turned the game around. He headed in the equalizer and then slotted home a penalty in injury time to complete the fightback. The win lifts Palace above Newcastle in the table, while the defeat increases the pressure on Newcastle boss Eddie Howe. Palace manager Oliver Glasner praised his team's psychological strength and the impact of his substitutes, including Mateta, who has worked hard to regain his fitness. Meanwhile, Howe expressed his disappointment at Newcastle's inability to hold onto leads, which has cost them 25 points this season. The defeat leaves Newcastle five points off seventh place and their European ambitions hanging by a thread.