Palace Shock Liverpool in Stoppage-Time Drama

The Eagles flying high

Crystal Palace are living the dream. Still unbeaten in the Premier League after 18 games and now gearing up for a European adventure, Oliver Glasner’s side pulled off a thrilling win against Liverpool with an injury-time strike from Eddie Nketiah. Selhurst Park erupted as Palace beat the champions for the first time in almost a decade.

Early breakthrough shakes Liverpool

Palace’s intensity was clear from the start. Ismaïla Sarr returned from injury and wasted no time, sweeping home after a clever corner routine. Liverpool were rattled, their passing sloppy, and Palace could easily have doubled the lead when Yeremy Pino missed a golden chance.

Liverpool struggled to find rhythm, while Palace created chance after chance. Dean Henderson was sharp in goal, denying Gravenberch and Salah, while Jean-Philippe Mateta twice came close, striking the post and then blasting just over. By halftime, the home fans were on their feet, saluting a fearless performance.

Liverpool fight back, but Palace answer

Arne Slot made changes at the break, bringing on Cody Gakpo, and Liverpool finally showed signs of life. Florian Wirtz grew into the game, setting up opportunities for Gakpo and even forcing a point-blank save from Henderson. Alexander Isak then wriggled into the box but dragged his shot wide, to the delight of the Palace crowd.

Liverpool’s persistence paid off late when Federico Chiesa punished a defensive mistake to level the score. At that moment, it looked like the visitors had rescued a point.

Nketiah delivers the knockout punch

But Palace weren’t done. Deep into stoppage time, Liverpool failed to clear a set piece and Nketiah pounced, firing in the winner to spark wild celebrations. For Glasner, it was another masterclass in organization and belief. For Palace fans, it was pure joy – proof that this team can go toe-to-toe with anyone.

On this evidence, the Eagles are not just soaring – they’re ready to fly across Europe with no fear.