This result marks the first time since 1992 that Crystal Palace has gone six successive top-flight away games without a loss. For Leicester, the defeat marks a "lowest moment" for manager , as the club faces an uphill battle to secure Premier League survival. Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports
After a tentative first half that saw both sides struggle to find a clinical edge, Crystal Palace emerged with renewed intent after the break. The deadlock was broken in the 52nd minute when threaded a precise through ball to Jean-Philippe Mateta , who rounded the goalkeeper and finished expertly from a tight angle. Lester vs C.Palace
Mateta and Guéhi Secure Crucial Points as Palace Sink Struggling Leicester This result marks the first time since 1992
Leicester attempted to mount a comeback, with coming closest when his powerful strike rattled the crossbar in the 69th minute. However, the visitors effectively ended the contest in the 78th minute. Eberechi Eze delivered a dangerous free-kick that found Marc Guéhi at the back post, and the defender showcased striker-like instincts to volley home Palace’s second. Team Performance and Statistics The deadlock was broken in the 52nd minute