Crystal Palace produced an impressive recovery to secure a 3-1 Premier League victory over Nottingham Forest, spoiling former manager Oliver Glasner’s return to Selhurst Park.
Glasner, who previously guided Palace to FA Cup and Conference League glory, watched his new team make an excellent start. Dan Ndoye opened the scoring in the third minute with a precise effort that gave Forest an immediate advantage.
The visitors continued to threaten throughout the opening period. Morgan Gibbs White struck the woodwork before goalkeeper Walter Benitez produced an outstanding intervention to deny Liam Delap from close range.
Despite struggling to establish themselves, Palace transformed the contest shortly before the interval.
Daichi Kamada restored parity in the 41st minute, completing an impressive attacking combination to register his first Premier League goal. Jefferson Lerma subsequently put the hosts ahead during added time, connecting with a header that sparked celebrations around the stadium.
The Colombian midfielder’s effort attracted controversy after television footage suggested the ball had brushed Anan Khalaili’s elbow before crossing the line.
Palace carried their renewed confidence into the second period, extending their advantage through Yeremy Pino, whose composed finish found the bottom corner.
Forest attempted to respond, but their earlier attacking intensity had noticeably faded. Substitute Chris Wood threatened to narrow the margin late in proceedings, only for Benitez to deliver another important stop.
The result provided welcome encouragement for Palace manager Pierre Sage following a difficult beginning to the campaign.
Palace climbed to 12th position after recording their second league victory of the season, while Nottingham Forest remained 14th.
For Glasner, the afternoon represented a disappointing reunion with his former supporters. Forest’s inability to capitalise on their early superiority ultimately proved costly, while Palace demonstrated remarkable resilience to turn a difficult situation into a convincing triumph before their home crowd.
