Brighton - Crystal: Palace

Palace’s £48 million club-record signing made a physical impact during his debut, leading the line for the full 90 minutes.

Ismaïla Sarr settled a tense encounter at the Amex Stadium with a 61st-minute strike, ending Palace’s miserable 12-match winless streak. While Brighton dominated possession (64%), they struggled to break down a resilient Palace defense and were roundly booed by the home support at full-time. Crystal Palace Score Possession Total Shots Shots on Target Expected Goals (xG) Notable Performances & Milestones Brighton - Crystal Palace

At just 17 years old, Howell became Brighton’s youngest-ever Premier League starter. Current Standings (as of April 28, 2026) Palace’s £48 million club-record signing made a physical