In a disappointing outing for Crystal Palace, the team faced a crushing 0-5 defeat against Newcastle United in the English Premier League on April 16, 2025. The match, held at St. James' Park, saw Crystal Palace struggle defensively, conceding four goals in the first half alone.
Daichi Kamada, the Japanese national team midfielder, started the match on the bench but was brought into the game in the 57th minute. Unfortunately for Kamada and his teammates, the damage had already been done by the time he stepped onto the pitch.
The scoring opened in the 14th minute when Newcastle's Jacob Murphy unleashed a powerful shot from the right side, catching the Crystal Palace defense off guard. The early goal set the tone for what would be a challenging match for the visitors.
Crystal Palace had a chance to equalize in the 36th minute when Eberechi Eze was awarded a penalty kick. However, Eze's effort was saved, and just two minutes later, the situation worsened for Palace. An own goal by Marc Guéhi extended Newcastle's lead to 2-0.
As the first half drew to a close, Newcastle continued to capitalize on their momentum. Harvey Barnes scored in the 45+2 minute, and shortly thereafter, Fabian Schar added another goal in the 45+8 minute, leaving Crystal Palace trailing 4-0 at halftime.
In the second half, the onslaught continued. Just one minute after Kamada's introduction, Alexander Isak scored Newcastle’s fifth goal in the 58th minute, sealing the fate of Crystal Palace in this match. Despite Kamada's presence, the team could not find a way to turn the tide.
This defeat marks the second consecutive match in which Crystal Palace conceded five goals, having lost 2-5 to Manchester City just days earlier on April 12, 2025. The team's defensive struggles have raised concerns, with a total of ten goals conceded over these two matches.
Currently, Crystal Palace sits in 12th place in the league standings, a significant drop from their previous position. The team will be looking to regroup and find a way to bounce back in their next match against Bournemouth at home on April 19, 2025.
Newcastle, on the other hand, celebrated a triumphant victory that propelled them to third place in the league, marking their fifth consecutive win. The team has shown impressive form, and their attacking prowess was on full display against Crystal Palace.
As the Premier League season continues, both teams face crucial matches ahead. Crystal Palace will need to address their defensive issues quickly if they hope to improve their standing and avoid further losses. Meanwhile, Newcastle aims to maintain their winning streak and solidify their position among the league's top teams.
