Burnley Ends Winless Streak with Stunning Comeback Against Crystal Palace
Burnley Football Club ended their winless streak with an impressive comeback against Crystal Palace, marking their first victory in 17 Premier League matches. This much-needed win comes after Burnley’s last win on October 26, when they defeated Wolves.
Match Overview
The match took place at Selhurst Park, where Burnley faced a challenging start. Crystal Palace’s Jorgen Strand Larsen scored two goals within the first 30 minutes, giving the Eagles a strong lead. Strand Larsen, who joined from Wolves in a club-record transfer in January, opened the scoring after only 17 minutes. He brilliantly converted a lofted pass from Adam Wharton.
Goals by Crystal Palace
- First Goal: Jorgen Strand Larsen (17th minute)
- Second Goal: Jorgen Strand Larsen (33rd minute) – Header from Jefferson Lerma’s cross
With Burnley struggling to find their rhythm, the Clarets went into halftime facing a 2-0 deficit. However, they mounted an extraordinary recovery, scoring three goals in just seven minutes.
Burnley’s Remarkable Fightback
- First Goal: Hannibal Mejbri – A well-placed shot from Marcus Edwards’ cut-back
- Second Goal: Jaidon Anthony – A low drive into the near post, despite protests regarding a handball
- Third Goal: Own goal by Jefferson Lerma from a header by Bashir Humphreys
Burnley ended the first half leading 3-2, a remarkable shift from their initial performance. In the second half, Crystal Palace controlled possession but struggled to convert opportunities into goals. Notably, an unmarked Daichi Kamada missed a crucial chance when he failed to connect properly with a cross.
Key Saves for Burnley
Burnley goalkeeper Martin Dubravka was pivotal in maintaining their lead. He made an outstanding save to deny Ismaila Sarr’s attempt in the final moments of the match, preserving their three points.
Current Standings
This victory positions Burnley nine points away from safety with 12 matches remaining in the season. Despite their win, Crystal Palace remains in 13th place, having ended their own 12-match winless run with a recent victory over Brighton.
In summary, Burnley’s stunning comeback against Crystal Palace not only ended their prolonged winless streak but also revitalized their quest for survival in the Premier League.
