Crystal Palace’s Historic FA Cup Victory Over Manchester City
In a historic upset, Crystal Palace clinched their first-ever major trophy by defeating Manchester City 1–0 in the 2025 FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium on May 17, 2025. Eberechi Eze scored the decisive goal in the 16th minute, converting a low cross from Daniel Muñoz. Despite City's dominance in possession, Palace's resilient defense and goalkeeper Dean Henderson's heroics, including a penalty save from Omar Marmoush, secured the victory. This triumph marks a significant milestone for the club, ending a 120-year wait for silverware and securing a spot in the UEFA Europa League for the 2025–26 season. Key Moments Early Lead: Eberechi Eze capitalized on a swift counterattack, volleying in a precise cross from Daniel Muñoz to give Palace an early advantage. Henderson's Heroics: Goalkeeper Dean Henderson made several crucial saves, including a penalty stop against Omar Marmoush, preserving Palace's […]