In an already dramatic day at Selhurst Park, Crystal Palace stunned Liverpool 2–1 thanks to a last-gasp winner from substitute Eddie Nketiah — and then added fuel to the headlines when Nketiah reportedly addressed one of Liverpool’s stars in a social media post.
Dramatic Match, Perfect Start Snapped
Liverpool’s perfect record in the Premier League came to an abrupt end. After Ismaïla Sarr gave Palace an early lead in the 9th minute, Liverpool looked on course for a recovery when Federico Chiesa equalised in the 87th minute. But in perhaps the most dramatic twist of the weekend, Nketiah struck in the 97th minute, following a VAR check, to hand Palace a stunning victory.
That goal not only blew open the game, but also ended Liverpool’s unbeaten run this season. Palace now match their club record of 18 unbeaten matches across all competitions.
Palace manager Oliver Glasner lauded his side’s resolve, noting how the team continued to believe even when odds seemed stacked against them. Nketiah echoed that sentiment post-match, stating his finishing came from staying calm and trusting himself, even during the tense VAR wait.
Meanwhile, Liverpool manager Arne Slot admitted that Palace were the better side, particularly in the first half, and lamented that his team couldn’t respond strongly enough at the end.
The Social Media Twist
In the aftermath, fans were left buzzing not just by the result, but by what followed online. Reports circulated that Eddie Nketiah sent a direct social media message to a Liverpool star — presumably someone who played a significant role in the match — shortly after scoring the winner.
At the time of writing, details are murky: it’s unclear exactly which player was the recipient, or whether the message was celebratory, taunting, or sportsmanlike in nature. The suddenness of such a direct message, especially after such a late winner, has left fans and pundits speculating across social platforms.
If verified, it would not be the first time players have used social media to send post-match messages, but it’s rare for such communications to occur immediately after a match-altering moment. That immediacy is part of what has shocked many Liverpool supporters.
Implications & Reactions
Psychological moment for Palace: Scoring that late, and then possibly engaging directly with opposition players online, sends a message that this is a team with confidence and intent.
Liverpool’s bruised pride: Losing in this manner — after an equaliser so close to full time — is bound to hurt. The reaction from fans and internal staff will be closely watched this week.
Social media in modern football: This incident highlights how modern players can bypass traditional channels and speak directly to rivals, fans, or critics in real time. The blurring between on-pitch action and off-pitch communication is only deepening.
