Crystal Palace beat Newcastle 2:0 at Selhurst Park, which mathematically guarantees their place in the Premier League next season as well. Both goals for the Londoners were scored by Jean-Philippe Mateta (55′, 88′) in the second half. First, the French exchanged passes with Ayu, then shot Dubravka. Two minutes from time, he latched on to a low cross from Will Hughes and slotted the ball between the keeper’s legs from close range for his 11th league goal of the season.
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The Caramels won 2:0
Newcastle did very little in attack. In the first half, Alexander Isak was inaccurate after coming out alone against Henderson. In the second, the visitors were awarded a penalty after Sean Longstaff went down in the penalty area following a tackle by Will Hughes. However, the situation was reviewed by VAR and after the head referee was brought in to see a replay, the penalty kick was cancelled.
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For Crystal Palace, it was the third win in a row and after it the Eagles are already 14 points above the relegation zone with four rounds remaining. It means the club can now start planning their record 12th season in the top flight.
