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U23s Report: Palace produce stunning late fightback v Villa

Crystal Palace Under-23s fought back from two goals down with ten minutes to go to draw 4-4 in a thrilling game with Aston Villa, much of it in the most trying of conditions.

Summary:

  • Palace start well in the torrential rain in the Midlands.
  • Hayden gives Aston Villa the lead, firing in the rebound from Farr’s free-kick.
  • Gordon equalises for Palace, nipping in ahead of goalkeeper Marschall to power home.
  • Farr restores Villa’s lead, converting after Philogene-Bidace’s shot was parried.
  • HT: Aston Villa 2-1 Crystal Palace
  • Hale equalises for Palace just 21 seconds after the restart.