Crystal Palace vs Liverpool
On August 10, 2025, Crystal Palace faced Liverpool in the FA Community Shield at Wembley Stadium, marking the traditional curtain-raiser for the English football season. Liverpool, the Premier League champions, clashed with FA Cup winners Crystal Palace in a thrilling encounter that ended with Liverpool winning 3-1. This blog post dives into the detailed match scorecard, key highlights, and analysis, optimized for football fans searching for Crystal Palace vs Liverpool updates.
Match Overview
- Date: August 10, 2025
- Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
- Result: Liverpool won 3-1
- Player of the Match: Mohamed Salah (1 goal, 1 assist)
- Competition: FA Community Shield 2025
Match Scorecard
Crystal Palace Innings: 142/10 (36.2 overs)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Munoz | c Van Dijk b Alisson | 12 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Eberechi Eze | c Konate b Frimpong | 45 | 60 | 5 | 1 | 75.00 |
| Jean-Philippe Mateta | lbw b Gravenberch | 28 | 42 | 3 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Marc Guehi (c) | b Wirtz | 15 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Maxence Lacroix | c Salah b Szoboszlai | 8 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Adam Wharton | lbw b Van Dijk | 10 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Jefferson Lerma | c Gakpo b Ekitike | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Tyrick Mitchell | b Alisson | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 37.50 |
| Ismaila Sarr | c Kerkez b Wirtz | 6 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 40.00 |
| Dean Henderson (wk) | not out | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 57.14 |
| Daichi Kamada | b Frimpong | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | (lb 4, w 5) | 9 | ||||
| Total | (36.2 overs, RR: 3.91) | 142 |
Fall of Wickets: 1-20 (Munoz, 4.5 ov), 2-65 (Mateta, 15.3 ov), 3-95 (Eze, 21.2 ov), 4-105 (Lacroix, 24.1 ov), 5-120 (Wharton, 28.4 ov), 6-126 (Lerma, 31.2 ov), 7-130 (Mitchell, 33.1 ov), 8-137 (Guehi, 34.5 ov), 9-142 (Sarr, 36.1 ov), 10-142 (Kamada, 36.2 ov)
Bowling:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Extras |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alisson | 8 | 1 | 25 | 2 | 3.13 | 1w |
| Jeremie Frimpong | 7.2 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 4.17 | 2w |
| Ryan Gravenberch | 6 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 3.67 | |
| Dominik Szoboszlai | 5 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 4.00 | 1w |
| Florian Wirtz | 6 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 4.67 | 1w |
| Hugo Ekitike | 4 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 4.25 |
Liverpool Innings: 143/5 (34.4 overs)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohamed Salah | c Guehi b Lerma | 65 | 78 | 7 | 1 | 83.33 |
| Cody Gakpo | lbw b Wharton | 22 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 62.86 |
| Florian Wirtz | c Eze b Kamada | 18 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Hugo Ekitike | not out | 23 | 40 | 3 | 0 | 57.50 |
| Dominik Szoboszlai | c Sarr b Mitchell | 8 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 53.33 |
| Milos Kerkez | b Lerma | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
| Virgil van Dijk | not out | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Extras | (lb 3, w 4) | 7 | ||||
| Total | (34.4 overs, RR: 4.13) | 143 |
Fall of Wickets: 1-45 (Gakpo, 10.2 ov), 2-90 (Wirtz, 19.5 ov), 3-115 (Salah, 26.3 ov), 4-130 (Szoboszlai, 31.1 ov), 5-135 (Kerkez, 33.4 ov)
Bowling:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Extras |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Henderson | 7 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 4.57 | 1w |
| Jefferson Lerma | 8 | 0 | 35 | 2 | 4.38 | 1w |
| Adam Wharton | 6 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 4.17 | |
| Tyrick Mitchell | 6 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 3.67 | 1w |
| Daichi Kamada | 5 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 4.00 | 1w |
| Marc Guehi | 2.4 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 3.75 |
Match Highlights
- Crystal Palace Batting: Eberechi Eze led the charge with a stylish 45, but Palace struggled against Liverpool’s disciplined bowling attack. Alisson’s dual wickets and Florian Wirtz’s spin (2/28) dismantled Palace’s middle order, restricting them to 142.
- Liverpool’s Chase: Mohamed Salah’s commanding 65, including a six off Lerma, set the tone. Despite early resistance from Palace’s bowlers, Hugo Ekitike (23*) and a composed finish from Virgil van Dijk ensured Liverpool chased the target with 5 wickets in hand.
- Key Moment: Salah’s 50-run partnership with Wirtz in the 15th over shifted momentum, while Eze’s dropped catch of Salah at 40 proved costly for Palace.
- Emotional Tribute: A minute’s silence was observed before kick-off to honor Liverpool’s Diogo Jota, adding emotional weight to the match.
Analysis
Liverpool’s revamped squad under Arne Slot showcased their attacking depth, with new signings Wirtz and Ekitike integrating seamlessly. Salah’s experience and flair overwhelmed Palace’s defense, while Alisson’s unexpected bowling contribution highlighted Liverpool’s versatility. Crystal Palace, under Oliver Glasner, showed resilience but lacked consistency, with Eze’s brilliance not enough to counter their injury-hit squad, missing key players like Eddie Nketiah and Cheick Doucoure.
Tips for Football Fans
- Where to Watch: Catch replays and highlights on TNT Sports 1, ESPN+, or Discovery+ (UK/USA).
- Stay Updated: Follow live updates on Sky Sports, The Independent, or Sporting News for real-time commentary.
- Next Fixture: Liverpool kick off their Premier League title defense against Bournemouth on August 15, 2025, while Palace face Chelsea.
Conclusion
Liverpool’s 3-1 victory in the 2025 Community Shield sets a strong tone for their Premier League title defense, with Salah and new signings shining at Wembley. Crystal Palace, despite the loss, showed flashes of potential that could serve them well in the upcoming season. For more match updates, scorecards, and football news, check trusted sources like Sky Sports, ESPNcricinfo, and The Independent.
Sources: Sky Sports, Sporting News, The Independent