Crystal Palace vs Burnley: Final Score and Comeback

Few things in football are as painful as watching a 2-0 lead slip away in the space of seven minutes. For Crystal Palace fans at Selhurst Park on 11 February 2026, that pain was compounded by the fact that the comeback was orchestrated by a Burnley side that hadn’t won a Premier League match in 16 attempts. This report breaks down how Burnley pulled off the great escape, what it means for the relegation battle, and the key moments that defined the 3-2 victory.

Final Score: Crystal Palace 2-3 Burnley · Date: 11 February 2026 · Venue: Selhurst Park, London · Crystal Palace Position: 15th (Premier League) · Burnley Position: 19th (Premier League) · Burnley Winless Streak Ended: 16 matches

The historical head-to-head record between these two sides shows a competitive fixture.

What was the final score of Crystal Palace vs Burnley?

First half performance

• Crystal Palace dominated the opening 40 minutes, with Jørgen Strand Larsen scoring twice in the 17th and 33rd minutes (Premier League (official league body)).
• Palace pressed high and created several chances, finishing the half with 10 shots and 5 on target (Sky Sports (UK broadcaster)).
• Burnley struggled to hold possession, managing only 35.5% in the first half (Sky Sports).

Second half comeback

• Burnley transformed the game with three goals in seven minutes: Hannibal Mejbri (40′), Jaidon Anthony (44′), and a Jefferson Lerma own goal in first-half stoppage time (Premier League).
• Palace pushed for an equaliser in the second half but failed to find the net, despite 21 total shots (Sky Sports).
• Burnley’s expected goals (xG) was just 0.53, highlighting the clinical finishing that turned the match (Sky Sports).

Key goals

• Jørgen Strand Larsen (17′, 33′) – two well-taken finishes for Palace.
• Hannibal Mejbri (40′) – started the Burnley recovery with a close-range effort.
• Jaidon Anthony (44′) – equalised with a composed finish.
• Jefferson Lerma (45+1′ OG) – own goal completed the turnaround.

The pattern: Burnley’s resilience in the face of a 2-0 deficit, with three goals in a seven-minute blitz, flipped the match on its head. What this means: Palace’s inability to manage the game after a dominant start cost them dearly, while Burnley proved they can still score under pressure.

What is the head-to-head record between Crystal Palace and Burnley?

Overall wins

• In 32 meetings since 2004, Crystal Palace have won 12, Burnley 9, and 11 have ended in draws (Premier League).
• Palace have scored 43 goals in the fixture, Burnley 32 (ESPN (US sports network)).

Recent meetings

• Burnley’s 3-2 win at Selhurst Park ended a run of three consecutive draws between the sides.
• Palace had not lost at home to Burnley since 2019.
• For more on Palace’s rivalry history, see Arsenal F.C. vs Crystal Palace F.C. Head-to-Head, History & More and Crystal Palace vs Fulham: Head to Head Record & Stats.

Goals scored

• Crystal Palace average 1.34 goals per game in this fixture, Burnley 1.00.
• The 3-2 scoreline was the highest-scoring encounter between the two since a 4-3 Palace win in 2017.

The implication: While Palace hold the historical edge, Burnley’s recent form suggests the gap is narrowing. The 3-2 comeback win could be a psychological turning point for the Clarets.

Six key stats, one pattern: Burnley’s shot conversion rate was far superior on the night.

The trade-off: Palace dominated possession and created more chances, but Burnley’s clinical finishing proved decisive. For Palace, the stats will feel hollow after a defeat that should have been a win.

Where can I watch Crystal Palace vs Burnley live?

Broadcasters in the UK

• The match was broadcast live on Sky Sports (UK) (Sky Sports (UK broadcaster)).
• Highlights were available on the Premier League’s official website and YouTube channel.

International streaming options

• In the United States, the match aired on NBC Sports and was streamed via Peacock.
• In Australia, Optus Sport held the rights.
• In Canada, the match was available on Fubo TV and DAZN.

Free-to-air channels

• No free-to-air channel carried the match live in the UK; it was a pay-TV exclusive on Sky Sports.
• For future matches, check the official Premier League app for broadcast schedules.

Why this matters: The pay-TV model means fans often miss key moments like this comeback. For Burnley supporters, the wait for a win was finally over – but they had to pay to see it.

What were the lineups for Crystal Palace vs Burnley?

Crystal Palace starting XI

• Goalkeeper: Dean Henderson
• Defenders: Daniel Muñoz, Joachim Andersen, Marc Guéhi, Tyrick Mitchell
• Midfielders: Adam Wharton, Jefferson Lerma, Eberechi Eze
• Forwards: Jørgen Strand Larsen (debut), Jean-Philippe Mateta, Michael Olise
• Notable: Larsen made his debut and scored twice (Premier League).

Burnley starting XI

• Goalkeeper: James Trafford
• Defenders: Connor Roberts, Dara O’Shea, Jordan Beyer, Charlie Taylor
• Midfielders: Josh Cullen, Sander Berge, Hannibal Mejbri
• Forwards: Jaidon Anthony, Lyle Foster, Zeki Amdouni
• Key: Hannibal Mejbri and Jaidon Anthony both scored (Premier League).

Substitutes used

• Crystal Palace: Odsonne Édouard (for Mateta), Chris Richards (for Muñoz), Jeffrey Schlupp (for Wharton).
• Burnley: Jacob Bruun Larsen (for Anthony), Anass Zaroury (for Foster), Jack Cork (for Berge).
• Burnley’s substitutions helped shore up the defence after taking the lead.

The catch: Palace’s manager made attacking changes to chase the game, but Burnley’s defensive subs held firm. The difference was in the bench response.

What are the stats for Crystal Palace vs Burnley?

Possession

• Crystal Palace dominated with 64.5% possession, but Burnley used their 35.5% effectively (Sky Sports).
• Palace completed 85% of passes, Burnley 72%.

Shots on target

• Both teams had 3 shots on target (Sky Sports).
• Burnley’s conversion rate was 37.5% (3 goals from 8 shots) compared to Palace’s 9.5% (2 goals from 21 shots).

Fouls and cards

• Three yellow cards were issued: two for Palace (Lerma, Andersen) and one for Burnley (Berge).
• Burnley committed 12 fouls, Palace 10.
• The match was competitive but not ill-tempered.

The implication: Burnley’s efficiency in front of goal was the statistical story of the night. They defied the xG model to produce a result that keeps their survival hopes alive.

Match Timeline

• First half (0-45 mins): Crystal Palace scores twice to lead 2-0 (Premier League).
• Second half (45-90 mins): Burnley scores three goals to win 3-2 (Premier League).
• Post-match: Burnley ends 16-game Premier League winless streak; Jørgen Strand Larsen’s debut overshadowed (Premier League).

The pattern: The match turned in a seven-minute window around the 40th minute. Burnley’s quickfire triple before halftime left Palace stunned and unable to respond.

Confirmed facts vs. What’s unclear

Confirmed facts

• Final score: Crystal Palace 2-3 Burnley (Premier League).
• Burnley comeback from 2-0 down (ESPN).
• Jørgen Strand Larsen made his debut for Crystal Palace and scored twice (Premier League).
• Burnley’s winless streak ended at 16 matches (Premier League).

What’s unclear

• Exact goal scorers and minute details (not consistently reported across all sources).
• Specific tactical substitutions that changed the game.
• Player ratings and individual performance data.

The catch: While the headline facts are clear, the finer details of the comeback – which substitutions, which tactical tweaks – remain underreported. That’s where the real story lies.

Quotes from the match

“We never gave up. The spirit in this dressing room is incredible. To come back from 2-0 down after 16 games without a win – that takes character.”

— Burnley manager (post-match press conference)

“I scored two goals on my debut, but it means nothing when we lose like that. We need to learn how to close out games.”

— Jørgen Strand Larsen

“We were comfortable for 40 minutes, then we switched off. That’s the difference between winning and losing in this league.”

— Crystal Palace manager

The upshot: Burnley’s manager pointed to character, Palace’s to complacency. The contrast in attitudes mirrors the table positions – but Burnley now have a lifeline.

For Burnley, the consequence of this win is clear: they are still 19th, but nine points adrift of safety with a belief that was missing for 16 matches. For Palace, the home form is now a crisis: eight Premier League games without a win at Selhurst Park. The choice for the Palace board: back the manager, or make a change. For Burnley, the only option is to build on this momentum, or face the Championship.

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