In a thrilling showdown at Wembley Stadium on August 10, 2025, Crystal Palace clinched a historic victory against Premier League champions Liverpool to win the 2025 FA Community Shield. The match, a traditional curtain-raiser for the English football season, ended in a dramatic penalty shootout, with Palace emerging victorious with a 3-2 scoreline after a 2-2 draw in regular time. This marks Crystal Palace’s first-ever Community Shield triumph, adding to their recent FA Cup success and solidifying their place in English football history.
Match Recap: Crystal Palace vs. Liverpool
The 2025 Community Shield saw FA Cup winners Crystal Palace face off against Premier League champions Liverpool in a highly anticipated clash. The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive resilience.
Liverpool struck first with Hugo Ekitike opening the scoring in the 4th minute, giving the Reds an early lead. Crystal Palace responded swiftly, as Jean-Philippe Mateta converted a penalty in the 17th minute to level the score. However, Liverpool regained the lead through Jeremie Frimpong’s strike in the 21st minute, making it 2-1 at halftime. Palace fought back in the second half, with Ismaila Sarr scoring a crucial equaliser in the 77th minute, resulting in a 2-2 draw at the end of regular time.
The match proceeded to a penalty shootout, where Crystal Palace’s composure shone through. Devenny’s decisive penalty sealed the victory for the Eagles, with the final shootout scoreline reading 3-2 in their favour.
