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Newcastle strike twice to deepen Palace’s troubles

Crystal Palace�s difficult start to the season continued with a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United at Selhurst Park.

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 8:06 PM
Newcastle strike twice to deepen Palace’s troubles
Key Things to Know
  • Newcastle United defeated Crystal Palace 2-0 at Selhurst Park.
  • William Osula and Harvey Barnes scored the two second-half goals for Newcastle.
  • Lukas Hornicek made key saves to keep a clean sheet for the visitors.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Newcastle United secured a 2-0 victory against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, worsening the hosts' tough start to the season. After a goalless first half, William Osula opened the scoring two minutes into the second half from a Jacob Murphy cross. Harvey Barnes added a second goal eleven minutes later, sealing Newcastle's first league victory at Selhurst Park in six years.

Palace pushed to respond, but Newcastle goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek made key saves to deny Adam Wharton and Dario Osorio. The defeat leaves Crystal Palace 17th in the Premier League table with five losses in eight games, placing manager Pierre Sage under growing pressure, while Newcastle claimed their third league win under Matthias Jaissle.

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