Match Report: Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC – 28 September 2024

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Event Details

• Fixture: Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC
• Date: Saturday, 28 September 2024
• Kick-Off: 19:30
• Venue: Goodison Park, Liverpool
• Attendance: 38,954
• Referee: Andy Madley

In an exhilarating Premier League encounter at Goodison Park, Everton FC secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace FC on Saturday, 28 September 2024. The match saw Crystal Palace take an early lead, only for Everton to rally in the second half and claim all three points. With Dwight McNeil emerging as the hero of the evening, Everton not only secured their first victory of the season but also moved out of the relegation zone.

The Toffees entered the match in desperate need of a win, having struggled early in the season, while Crystal Palace were hoping to maintain their position in the league standings. In front of a packed Goodison Park, both teams battled hard, but it was McNeil’s clinical finishing that made the difference.

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Head-to-Head

Everton have historically dominated this fixture, with more wins than Crystal Palace. The victory in this match only added to their strong record against Palace, particularly at Goodison Park.

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Lineups

Here are the Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC lineups today (Sep 28, 2024)

Everton FC (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Jordan Pickford (Yellow Card 90+3′)
• Defenders:
  • Ashley Young
  • James Tarkowski
  • Vitalii Mykolenko
  • Jarrad Branthwaite
• Midfielders:
  • Abdoulaye Doucouré
  • Orel Mangala (subbed off 83′)
  • Dwight McNeil (Goals: 47′, 54′)
  • Iliman Ndiaye
  • Jesper Lindstrøm (subbed off 45′)
• Forward: Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Yellow Card 84′)

Substitutes:

• Jack Harrison (subbed on 45′)
• Idrissa Gueye (subbed on 83′)
• James Garner (subbed on 83′)

Crystal Palace FC (3-4-3)

• Goalkeeper: Dean Henderson
• Defenders:
  • Maxence Lacroix (Assist 10′)
  • Marc Guéhi (Goal 10′)
  • Jefferson Lerma
• Midfielders:
  • Daniel Muñoz
  • Tyrick Mitchell
  • Daichi Kamada (subbed off 62′)
  • Adam Wharton (subbed off 88′)
• Forwards:
  • Eddie Nketiah (subbed off 73′)
  • Eberechi Eze
  • Jean-Philippe Mateta

Substitutes:

• Ismaïla Sarr (subbed on 62′)
• Jeffrey Schlupp (subbed on 73′)
• Will Hughes (subbed on 88′)

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC First Half Highlights

Crystal Palace took control early, opening the scoring in the 10th minute. Maxence Lacroix’s towering header from a corner set up captain Marc Guéhi, who slotted the ball into the net from close range. Palace continued to press Everton’s defense, with Daniel Muñoz and Eberechi Eze coming close to adding a second.

Everton, struggling to find rhythm, created few chances, their best opportunity coming in the 22nd minute when Dominic Calvert-Lewin missed a header. As the first half ended, Crystal Palace held a 1-0 lead.

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Second Half Highlights

The second half saw a rejuvenated Everton. Just two minutes after the restart, Dwight McNeil received a pass from Ashley Young and launched a brilliant curling shot from outside the box into the top corner, leveling the score at 1-1.

Everton’s momentum continued, and in the 54th minute, McNeil struck again. This time, Jack Harrison’s floated cross found McNeil at the far post, and he volleyed home to give Everton the lead.

Crystal Palace pushed hard for an equalizer in the final stages, with Dean Henderson coming up for a corner in stoppage time, but Everton’s defense held firm. The match ended with Everton celebrating a hard-fought 2-1 victory.

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Stats

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Timeline

• 10′: Goal! Crystal Palace take the lead as Marc Guéhi scores from close range, assisted by Maxence Lacroix.
• 47′: Goal! Everton level through Dwight McNeil’s stunning long-range effort. Assisted by Ashley Young.
• 54′: Goal! McNeil strikes again! A volley from a tight angle gives Everton the lead. Assisted by Jack Harrison.
• 90+3′: Jordan Pickford receives a yellow card for time-wasting as Everton hold onto their lead.

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Result and Impact on Points Table

The 2-1 win lifted Everton to 15th place on the Premier League table, moving them out of the relegation zone. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace’s defeat saw them drop to 17th place, just above the danger zone.

Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC Man of the Match

Dwight McNeil was the standout player, scoring both of Everton’s goals and driving the team’s second-half comeback. His composure and brilliance in front of goal earned him well-deserved recognition as Man of the Match in the Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC.

Everton’s victory over Crystal Palace FC at Goodison Park was a crucial one. The Toffees, buoyed by Dwight McNeil’s double, showed resilience and determination to secure their first three points of the season. For Crystal Palace, the defeat means they must regroup as they slide closer to the relegation zone. This result could be a turning point for Everton, while Palace will need to reflect on what went wrong after a promising first half.

FAQs On Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC

• Who scored the goals in Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC?
  Dwight McNeil scored twice for Everton, while Marc Guéhi scored Crystal Palace’s only goal.
• How did Dwight McNeil perform in the Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC match?
  McNeil was outstanding, scoring both of Everton’s goals and playing a pivotal role in their comeback.
• What was the key moment of the match in the Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC?
  McNeil’s equalizer in the 47th minute was a turning point, giving Everton the belief they could win.
• How does the Everton FC vs Crystal Palace FC result affect the league standings?
  Everton moved up to 15th place, while Crystal Palace dropped to 17th, just above the relegation zone.