Everton finally survived the abyss of relegation after beating Crystal Palace dramatically.
The Everton vs Crystal Palace match is presented in a postponed party at Goodison Park, Thursday (19/5/2022).
Everton actually had left behind two goals before halftime in this match.
Crystal Palace’s goals were scored by Jean-Philippe Mateta and Jordan Ayew, respectively.
However, Everton managed to bounce back in the second half by scoring three goals, each through the action of Michael Keane, Richarlison, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Thanks to this result, Everton is now ranked 16th with 39 points.
Frank Lampard’s team was confirmed to be safe from relegation because Burnley and Leeds United could not catch their points.
This match is so crucial for Everton. The reason is, The Toffees are still not safe from the threat of relegation.
Frank Lampard also lowered his best team in this match.
The match was fairly even at the start of the first half. However, Crystal Palace were able to take the lead first thanks to Mateta’s goal in the 21st minute following Eberechi Eze’s assist.
The hosts were increasingly under pressure after Ayew managed to double Palace’s advantage in the 36th minute. The score of 2-0 for the visitors also lasted until halftime.
Back from the dressing room, Everton tried to increase the intensity of their attacks. The result, Keane managed to score a goal in the 54th minute to minimize the lag.
Everton was increasingly motivated to equalize.
The hosts’ hard struggle finally paid off in the 75th minute when Richarlison managed to break into Jack Butland’s goal.
Incredibly, Everton managed to reverse the position to 3-2 through Calvert-Lewin’s header in the 85th minute.
This goal was greeted by Everton supporters by entering the field.
After the match could be resumed, no additional goals were created from both teams.
Finally, the score 3-2 for Everton’s victory was the final result of this match.
This victory makes Everton safe from relegation this season. With one game to go, Frank Lampard’s side are 16th in the Premier League table with 39 points, five ahead of Burnley and bottom of Leeds United.
“It’s been incredible. One of the greatest nights of my football career. I think I might cry. It’s a great night for Everton,” said Lampard after the game.
Tens of thousands of Everton fans took to the field immediately after the match. They celebrate Everton’s success in staying in the Premier League this season.
Everton’s victory makes Burnley and Leeds United fight for one last place in the Premier League next season.
