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Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise stole the show for Crystal Palace in a five-goal thriller against Sheffield United in the Premier League.
Anglo-Nigerian duo Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise were the architects as Crystal Palace came from a goal down to pull off a thrilling comeback win against Sheffield United.
The Eagles defeated the Blades 3-2, with the dynamic magicians Eze and Olise responsible for the goals. Here are the five (5) key takeaways from the explosive encounter.
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1. Eze and Olise: The dynamic duo
The two forwards, who are still eligible to play for Nigeria, stole the show at Selhurst Park.
Eze and Olise not only combined to salvage the game for Palace but also highlighted the potency of their impressive partnership on the field.
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Man of the match, Eze, 25, helped himself to a brace, both goals were assisted by Olise, who sealed the win with a third goal in the 67th minute.
2. Rollercoaster opening 27 minutes
The game between Crystal Palace and Sheffield United witnessed a whirlwind of goals, with four of the five goals scored within the opening 27 minutes of the encounter.
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It turned out to set the tone for what became a Premier League classic, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
3. Eze’s Brilliance
The talented playmaker’s acrobatic leveller and his second goal proved not just his quality as a forward but individual brilliance as well.
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His ability to capitalise on Olise’s remarkable playmaking and vision was demonstrated by his composure and precision in the attacking third.
4. Olise’s Impact
The 22-year-old not only contributed with two crucial assists for Eze but also secured the victory with a sensational winner in the second half.
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His overall performance underscored his importance to the Eagles while showcasing why the wide playmaker is highly regarded and sought after by clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea.
5. Injury Concerns for Palace
The only downside for Crystal Palace following the thrilling win at home is that it came with a huge and potentially damaging price.
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In the second half of the game, after the comeback was completed, the Eagles lost both Eze and Olise to injuries.
Manager, Roy Hodgson, will certainly be sweating as he awaits updates on their conditions as their absence could pose serious challenges for the Eagles and their fight against relegation.
Summary
In a pulsating clash, Palace’s victory propelled them to 14th with just 24 points in the PL standings while Sheffield United remain rooted at the bottom with 10 points.
This game was important for both sides, emphasising the significance of the contributions of Eze and Olise for the home side in the race for survival.
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