Eberechi Eze scored his first England goal at Wembley last month. On Saturday, he lit up the same venue with a stunning goal to give Crystal Palace a 1-0 lead over Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final.
Palace had much the better of the first half, and saw a goal disallowed as Jean-Philippe Mateta was ruled to have fouled Ezri Konsa before slotting past Emiliano Martinez.
But there would be no reprieve for Villa soon after when Eze, who netted a stunning volley against Arsenal in midweek, received possession 20 yards out and unleashed a scorching first-time effort that left Martinez with no chance.
EBERE EZE. THAT IS INCREDIBLE.
An unbelievable goal from the @CPFC and @England magician 🤯#EmiratesFACup pic.twitter.com/SD364TWvBF
— Emirates FA Cup (@EmiratesFACup) April 26, 2025
The Eagles had chances to double their lead, Ismaila Sarr misjudging his header after more great work from Mateta and Tyrick Mitchell missing his kick with the goal seemingly at his mercy after Palace cut through Villa again.
Palace, who have never won a major trophy in their history, may live to regret those missed opportunities, but Eze’s wondergoal will live long in the memory regardless.
