Anan Khalaily's Stellar Play Leads Crystal Palace to Premier League Victory

Crystal Palace secured their first points of the 2026/27 Premier League season with a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Fulham. The match, described as fast-paced, saw Palace rally from behind thanks to a pivotal contribution from Israeli winger Anan Khalaily on the winning goal.

Khalaily was instrumental in the build-up to Ben Chilwell's decisive third goal. Commentator Henry Swain lauded Khalaily's "huge action," noting his natural forward movement. Fans echoed this sentiment, crediting Khalaily's "huge run" after a pass from Eberechi Eze for creating the opportunity, stating Chilwell "just had to put it in the net."

FPL Willie, a popular blogger, suggested Khalaily might have even earned a penalty had a goal not materialized. The team's offensive strategy, which saw all three goals scored by left-backs, was highlighted, even as Khalaily played on the right wing.

Despite the offensive success, the team's defensive performance drew criticism. Alex Jennings of the Daily Mail pointed out defensive lapses that preceded the comeback, noting that while Palace attacked through Khalaily, their defense was vulnerable, with Tyrick Mitchell repeatedly left exposed. Khalaily's positioning, often the furthest right player, also led to the team being stretched during the game, though he did create chances.

Khalaily's performance was a significant talking point, with observers noting his attacking intent and the impact of his runs, even if they sometimes complicated Palace's defensive structure.