Crystal Palace returned to winning ways in style, comfortably defeating Brentford 2–0 at Selhurst Park. Jean-Philippe Mateta broke the deadlock with a towering header before an unfortunate own goal from Nathan Collins sealed Brentford’s fate early in the second half.

Palace were in control throughout, showing sharp movement and defensive discipline that frustrated their visitors. The result ends Palace’s three-game winless run and extends their unbeaten home record to eleven matches. Roy Hodgson’s side now sit just outside the European spots, while Brentford’s inconsistency continues to worry their supporters.