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The Senegalese forward sealed the Eagles’ victory at Villa Park with a decisive header at the back post

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Ismaïla Sarr scored Crystal Palace’s third goal against Aston Villa on Sunday, August 31 at Villa Park, during Premier League matchday 3. The Senegalese winger finished off a team move with a powerful header, helping the Eagles secure a 3-0 away win.

A flawless team performance from the Eagles

Crystal Palace delivered a textbook performance against the Villans on their own turf this weekend. Oliver Glasner’s side opened the scoring in the first half through Jean-Philippe Mateta, who converted a penalty in the 21st minute after Marco Bizot fouled Daichi Kamada. The Dutch goalkeeper was filling in for Emi Martinez, who was absent amid speculation about a possible move to Manchester United.

Marc Guehi then doubled the lead with a stunning strike into the top corner in the 68th minute, despite ongoing rumors of a transfer to Liverpool. The Eagles’ captain put on a defensive masterclass while also providing a timely offensive threat.

The former Watford player put the game out of Aston Villa’s reach with a diving header at the back post. In the 78th minute, the London club earned an attacking throw-in on the right flank. The ball was sent into the box and flicked on at the near post by Maxence Lacroix. Ismaïla Sarr, perfectly positioned at the far post, headed home to seal the score. The Senegalese striker netted his second Premier League goal of the season.