Jack Grealish Nets First Everton Goal to End Crystal Palace’s 19-Match Unbeaten Run in 2-1 Thriller

Crystal Palace’s magnificent 19-game unbeaten streak in all competitions, a club record stretching almost six months and including a historic FA Cup win, was dramatically ended on Sunday by a former rival. Jack Grealish, who is on loan at the Toffees, scored his first goal for Everton in the 93rd minute to complete an unlikely 2-1 comeback victory at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

The defeat marks Crystal Palace’s first loss since April 16th, shattering their formidable run in the most painful fashion.

Grealish Everton Unbeaten Streak Crystal Palace Breakdown
Palace Take Control: Oliver Glasner’s side looked set to continue their impressive form when defender Daniel Muñoz finished off a swift counter-attack in the 37th minute. The visitors, who had already tested Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford multiple times, deservedly led at the break.

Toffees Fight Back: Everton manager David Moyes made pivotal half-time changes that injected much-needed urgency. The equalizer came in the 76th minute when Iliman Ndiaye coolly converted a penalty after a clumsy foul by Maxence Lacroix on substitute Tim Iroegbunam.

Dramatic Decider: Just as the match seemed destined for a draw, Grealish snatched the win in stoppage time. After Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson saved Beto’s close-range header, the rebound fell to Muñoz, whose desperate attempted clearance smashed off the leg of Grealish and deflected into the net for the winning goal.

The highly fortunate but well-claimed winner handed Everton a crucial three points and sparked wild celebrations, while simultaneously ending a run of form for Crystal Palace that was lauded across European football.