Burnley’s dramatic 3–2 comeback victory over Crystal Palace in the English Premier League a result that stunned Selhurst Park and breathed fresh life into Burnley’s season.

Burnley Stun Crystal Palace with Remarkable Comeback (3–2)

In one of the most dramatic fixtures of the Premier League midweek programme, Burnley overturned a two-goal deficit to beat Crystal Palace 3–2 at Selhurst Park on Wednesday night.

The result not only marked a rare away triumph for the Clarets but also ended their long winless streak in the division, giving manager Scott Parker and his beleaguered squad a much-needed morale boost in their battle against relegation. (ESPN.com)

Palace Dominate Early Strand Larsen Shines on Debut

The hosts began the match with confidence and purpose, taking the lead in emphatic fashion through Jørgen Strand Larsen.

The Norwegian forward, making his home debut for Palace, was a constant threat, and he opened his account in the 17th minute.

Strand Larsen capitalised on a well-crafted Palace move, receiving an excellent through pass before slotting past Burnley goalkeeper Martin Dúbravka to make it 1–0. (ESPN.com)

Just 16 minutes later, Strand Larsen doubled his tally.

Rising between defenders to meet a precise cross, he nodded home Palace’s second goal, putting the hosts firmly in control and sending the home fans into raptures.

At this stage, the game looked to be headed toward a comfortable Palace victory, with Burnley struggling to find any rhythm in possession or threat in attack. (ESPN.com)

Burnley’s Response Begins to Stir

Despite the early setbacks, Burnley refused to wilt.

Under pressure to react, the visitors began to grow into the game, gradually stringing together meaningful passages of play.

Their response came just before halftime and changed the complexion of the match dramatically.

In the 40th minute, Burnley pulled one back.

A clever build-up saw midfielder Hannibal Mejbri find space just outside the box, and with a composed finish past Dean Henderson, he halved the deficit to make it 2–1.

The goal injected confidence into Burnley’s players and stunned the Selhurst Park crowd. (Sky Sports)

Moments later, Burnley were level. In the 44th minute, the visitors pounced on a turnover high up the pitch and swiftly countered.

Jaidon Anthony, involved in the quick transition, found himself clean through and calmly slotted home to make it 2–2.

The scoreboard flipped in a matter of minutes and with it, the momentum of the game. (ESPN.com)

A Twist Before Half-Time Own Goal Turns the Tide

Just as Palace were trying to regroup, Burnley struck again in first-half stoppage time.

A corner swung into the near post caused confusion among the Palace defenders; in the ensuing scramble, Jefferson Lerma inadvertently turned the ball into his own net.

The referee confirmed the goal after a brief VAR check, and Burnley went into halftime with an astonishing 3–2 lead netting three times in just seven minutes to turn the encounter on its head. (Khel Now)

Such a turnaround is rare in top-flight football and highlighted just how quickly fortunes can change in the Premier League. For Burnley, it was a clinical display of resilience and opportunism.

For Palace, it was a bitter first-half collapse that left the home support shell-shocked. (Sky Sports)

Second Half: Palace Press, Burnley Hold Firm

The second half opened with Palace desperate to level the contest again.

With Strand Larsen still a threat and Ismaïla Sarr pushing forward at every opportunity, the hosts launched wave after wave of attacks.

Yet Burnley’s disciplined defence and tactical organisation limited Palace to half-chances.

The Clarets frequently broke up play before it became dangerous, frustrating the home side’s attempts to find an equaliser. (ESPN.com)

As the clock ticked into the closing stages, Palace’s urgency intensified.

Substitute Ismaïla Sarr, in particular, came close in injury time, but an outstanding late save from Martin Dúbravka preserved Burnley’s lead and clinched the victory. (Khel Now)

Reactions: Parker Praises Grit, Glasner Laments Missed Chances

After the final whistle, Burnley boss Scott Parker was full of praise for his players’ mentality.

He described the performance as “unbelievable” given the earlier adversity and emphasised how the comeback displayed character and belief.

Parker noted that moments like these are defining for a squad fighting to climb out of the relegation zone. (The Independent)

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner was left to reflect on what might have been.

Despite a strong start and a comfortable lead, he expressed frustration at his team’s second-half defensive lapses.

Glasner acknowledged that Palace lost their discipline and focus in the key moments before halftime, ultimately costing them three points at home. (Sky Sports)

Implications for the Table and Beyond

Burnley’s win ended a 16-match Premier League winless streak, a run that had seen their relegation fears intensify.

With this result, they not only halted that undesirable sequence but also cut the gap to safety slightly  though they remain deep in the relegation battle with much work still to do. (Sky Sports)

Crystal Palace, for their part, saw their own positive momentum stall.

After finally ending a winless run in their previous game, this defeat at Selhurst Park extended their home win drought and dropped them further down the table than they would have liked.

The Eagles now face a period of tough fixtures with confidence slightly dented. (Outlook India)

Burnley’s 3–2 victory over Crystal Palace was one of those matches that encapsulates the unpredictability and drama of the Premier League.

From trailing by two goals to snatching a lead in seven frantic minutes, the Clarets showcased resilience, opportunism, and belief under pressure.

For Palace, it was a harsh lesson in maintaining concentration and composure especially when holding a seemingly comfortable advantage.

In contrast, Burnley’s never-say-die attitude will be remembered by their supporters as one of the most memorable comeback wins of the season. (Yahoo Sports UK)

Match Facts

• Final Score: Crystal Palace 2–3 Burnley (Sky Sports)

• Goals: J. Strand Larsen (17’, 33’) for Palace; H. Mejbri (40’), J. Anthony (44’), J. Lerma (OG, 45+2’) for Burnley (ESPN.com)

• Venue: Selhurst Park (ESPN.com)

• Significance: Burnley’s first league win in 16 matches (tribalfootball.com)