Newcastle United FC 1, Crystal Palace 2

Palace Edges Newcastle in Premier League Opener LONDON (Interstat) — Jean-Philippe Mateta’s late brace propelled Crystal Palace to a 2-1 comeback victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League season opener for both clubs Sunday at Selhurst Park. The match, played before a capacity crowd in Croydon, defied pregame projections that heavily favored the hosts. Despite a statistical model giving Palace an 89.4% probability to win and predicting a 1-1 draw, the contest unfolded with dramatic tension as the visitors struck first. Newcastle, playing as the away side, took a surprising lead just before halftime. In the 43rd minute, substitute… Read more...