Crystal Palace Faces Millwall in FA Cup Clash Marked by Brutal Incident.
Crystal Palace takes on Millwall this Saturday in the FA Cup Round of 16 (2-0, ongoing). The match has been overshadowed by a shocking incident involving the opposing goalkeeper and Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Concern is growing for Jean-Philippe Mateta after the French forward suffered a heavy blow. Just 10 minutes into the game, Liam Roberts, in a desperate attempt to clear the ball, rushed out to challenge the striker.
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However, his uncontrolled movement turned into a disaster as his outstretched foot violently struck Mateta’s face. The referee immediately showed Roberts a straight red card, while the Eagles’ frontman had to be stretchered off, leaving serious doubts about his condition.
