⚽ Weekend Football Roundup: Late Drama, Breakthrough Performances, and European Shocks
Football fans were treated to an action-packed weekend across Europe, with dramatic late goals, standout individual performances, surprising upsets, and increased pressure on teams fighting for form in both domestic and continental competitions. From Crystal Palace’s continued rise in the Premier League to Roma’s ruthless dominance in Europe, here is the complete roundup of all the major action — including every key goalscorer.
🔵 Crystal Palace 2–1 Fulham
Goal Scorers:
- Eddie Nketiah (Crystal Palace)
- Harry Wilson (Fulham)
- Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace)
Crystal Palace continued their impressive Premier League campaign with a crucial win at Craven Cottage. Guéhi’s powerful 87th-minute header sealed the victory after Wilson had cancelled out Nketiah’s opener.
🟣 Brighton 1–1 West Ham
Goal Scorers:
- West Ham scorer not specified
- Georginio Rutter (Brighton)
Brighton fought back late to secure a point, with Rutter’s composed finish ensuring a competitive match ended level.
🟢 Aston Villa 2–1 Basel (Europa League)
Scorers for both teams were not detailed, but Aston Villa dominated the match and continued their strong European form with another important victory.
🟡 Nottingham Forest 2–1 Utrecht (Europa League)
Goal Scorers:
- Utrecht scorer not specified
- Igor Jesus (Nottingham Forest) — late winner
Forest’s late surge keeps their hopes alive for advancing in the Europa League.
🔴 Celtic 0–3 Roma (Europa League)
Goal Scorers:
- Evan Ferguson (Roma) — 2 goals
- Third Roma scorer not specified
Roma delivered a commanding performance in Glasgow, with Ferguson’s brace showcasing his growing importance.
🟣 Everton 1–0 Chelsea (Women’s Super League)
Goal Scorer:
- Not specified
Everton shocked Chelsea by ending their remarkable 34-match unbeaten run — their first loss since May 2024.
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Overall Summary
The weekend showcased football at its best — late winners, top performers, major upsets, and shifting power across leagues and Europe. Fans can expect even more intensity as the season progresses.