Strasbourg Fight Back to Stun Crystal Palace in Conference League Thriller
Palace Strike First with Classy Mitchell Finish
Crystal Palace looked in full control after Jean-Philippe Mateta produced a moment of brilliance to create the opener. The striker held off defenders, slid a clever through-ball into the path of Tyrick Mitchell, and the left-back drilled a clinical low finish into the far corner.
Seconds later, Palace nearly doubled the lead as Strasbourg goalkeeper Mike Penders wandered far from his area, only for Ismaila Sarr to hit the inside of the post from distance.
Strasbourg Hit Back Through Emegha
That miss proved costly. Eight minutes into the second half, Strasbourg crafted a superb team move that ended with Emanuel Emegha—soon to join Chelsea—tapping in at the back post to level the match.
Palace Waste Big Chances
The Eagles had two golden opportunities to restore their lead.
Adam Wharton struck the bar with an open goal after a defensive mix-up, and Penders redeemed himself moments later with a big save to stop Yeremy Pino.
El Mourabet Completes the Turnaround
Strasbourg’s persistence paid off 13 minutes from time. Julio Enciso’s free kick crashed off the crossbar, and 19-year-old Samir El Mourabet reacted fastest to turn in the rebound, sending the Stade de la Meinau into chaos.
Palace Slip as Strasbourg Celebrate
The defeat ends Palace’s five-game unbeaten run and drops them to 18th in the Conference League standings, while Strasbourg celebrate a huge comeback win in front of their home supporters.
