admin**Crystal Palace Fans Stunned by Jean-Philippe Mateta’s Masterclass in 3-0 Rout of Aston Villa**
BIRMINGHAM, August 31, 2025 – Crystal Palace fans were left in awe after Jean-Philippe Mateta delivered a standout performance in their team’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park, stealing the spotlight in a match that ended Villa’s 19-game unbeaten home run in the Premier League. While much of the pre-match talk centered on captain Marc Guehi’s future amid Liverpool transfer rumors, it was Mateta’s clinical display that had the traveling Eagles supporters chanting in delight.[](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/aug/31/aston-villa-crystal-palace-premier-league-match-report)[](https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/aston-villa/top-four-race/result/guehi-goodbye-defender-shines-as-eagles-beat-villa-in-potential-farewell-match_580509.html)
The French striker set the tone early, coolly converting a 21st-minute penalty after Villa’s goalkeeper Marco Bizot, standing in for the absent Emiliano Martínez, tripped Daichi Kamada in the box. Mateta’s composed finish into the bottom corner marked his 11th Premier League goal since January 2025, a tally only surpassed by Mohamed Salah. His relentless pressing and intelligent movement kept Villa’s defense on edge throughout, showcasing his growing importance to Oliver Glasner’s side.[](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/aug/31/aston-villa-crystal-palace-premier-league-match-report)[](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12309/13420490/aston-villa-0-3-crystal-palace-marc-guehi-curls-in-fine-goal-amid-transfer-links-as-eagles-earn-first-premier-league-win-of-season)
Palace fans took to social media to express their amazement, with one supporter posting, “Mateta is unreal! That penalty was ice-cold, and he ran Villa ragged all night!” Another hailed his work rate, noting, “He’s not just a goalscorer—he’s everywhere!” The 28-year-old’s performance was pivotal in Palace’s clinical display, which saw them outshine Villa with an expected goals (xG) total of 2.67 from just six attempts, compared to Villa’s 1.13 from 13 shots.[](https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/football/aston-villa-vs-crystal-palace-match-report-english-premier-league-2025-26-marc-guehi)
Mateta’s impact didn’t stop at his goal. His interplay with Kamada and Ismaïla Sarr stretched Villa’s backline, creating space for Guehi’s stunning 68th-minute curler and Sarr’s brave header to seal the win. “Mateta’s been phenomenal since last season,” said Glasner post-match. “His energy and finishing are crucial for us.” With Palace now unbeaten in 14 matches across all competitions, Mateta’s display has fans dreaming of a historic season, even as transfer speculation swirls around key players.[](https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/we-have-keep-guehi-says-palace-boss-glasner-after-win-villa-2025-08-31/)[](https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12309/13420490/aston-villa-0-3-crystal-palace-marc-guehi-curls-in-fine-goal-amid-transfer-links-as-eagles-earn-first-premier-league-win-of-season)
As Villa fans left early, frustrated by their team’s goalless start to the campaign, Palace supporters reveled in Mateta’s masterclass, proving he’s more than just a supporting act in this talented squad.[](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/08/31/aston-villa-vs-crystal-palace-live-score-latest-updates/?msockid=0fdc659e32c76e523f8873c433be6f44)
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