A lethal counterattack helped Daniel Muñoz score his team’s second goal against Fulham on Matchday 26 of the Premier League. This secured a historic fourth consecutive away victory for Crystal Palace—a feat they had never achieved. With an own goal from Joachim Andersen and a stunning strike from Muñoz, Oliver Glasner’s team sealed a well-earned 2-0 win at Craven Cottage.
A Fast Start from Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace showed their intent right from the kickoff. Just two minutes in, a slick passing move set up Jean-Philippe Mateta. He fired a powerful shot that narrowly missed the target. The visitors kept pushing. In the 25th minute, Eberechi Eze unleashed a long-range strike, but Bernd Leno reacted well with a strong save.
Palace Takes the Lead
Fulham tried to respond but failed to create clear chances. Then, in the 36th minute, Palace’s pressure paid off. Will Hughes sent in a dangerous corner. In an attempt to clear, Joachim Andersen accidentally deflected the ball into his own net. Palace took a deserved lead.
Muñoz Doubles the Advantage
The second half followed a similar pattern. Palace stayed in control while Fulham relied heavily on Adama Traoré for creativity. However, the visitors defended well. Then, in the 65th minute, Mateta launched a counterattack from his half. He skillfully skipped past two defenders and played a perfect pass to Muñoz. The Colombian full-back took on Calvin Bassey, left him behind with a clever move, and fired an unstoppable shot past Leno. It was a spectacular goal, possibly one of the best of the matchday.
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Palace Secures the Win
With a two-goal lead, Palace managed the game smartly. They controlled possession and denied Fulham any real chance of a comeback. Muñoz’s goal was his third of the season, along with three assists. His impact continues to grow.
Looking Ahead
This win lifts Crystal Palace to 33 points, moving them to 13th place in the standings. Next, they face Millwall in the FA Cup. Meanwhile, Fulham stays in ninth place with 39 points and will visit Wolverhampton in their next league match.
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