Crystal Palace Beat Liverpool 2-1 as Nketiah Hits Dramatic Late Winner

Eddie Nketiah's stoppage-time goal secured a dramatic 2-1 victory for Crystal Palace over Liverpool at Selhurst Park, ending Liverpool's perfect start to the season and lifting Palace to second in the Premier League table. The match was characterized by high intensity, with Palace's energy and creativity ultimately paying off in the final moments.

Palace dominated the first half, taking a deserved lead in the ninth minute through Ismaila Sarr, who scored from a corner after Liverpool's defensive lapse. The hosts created numerous chances, with players like Yeremy Pino and Jean-Philippe Mateta testing Liverpool's goalkeeper Alisson, who made several key saves to keep his team in the game. Palace's pressing and quick transitions consistently troubled Liverpool's disorganized defense.

Liverpool improved after halftime, with substitute Federico Chiesa equalizing three minutes from time after a VAR-confirmed onside build-up. Despite increased pressure, Liverpool struggled to convert opportunities, with Alexander Isak missing a clear chance and Palace's goalkeeper Dean Henderson making crucial saves, including denying Ryan Gravenberch and Florian Wirtz.

In the seventh minute of added time, Nketiah scored the winner at the far post during a final surge by Palace, capping an unforgettable contest and extending Palace's unbeaten run to 18 matches under manager Oliver Glasner.