Jean-Philippe Mateta

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta (27) is on the mend following a serious ear injury sustained during the FA Cup clash against Millwall on 1 March 2025, which saw him forced off in the first half. The injury required 25 stitches and resulted in a brief hospital stay. (Source: Crystal Palace FC)

On 7 March 2025, manager Oliver Glasner confirmed that Mateta would be sidelined for the upcoming Premier League fixture against Ipswich Town and would remain unavailable until after the March international break. Glasner revealed that the French striker would join the squad for their warm-weather training camp in Marbella, where he would continue individual training as part of his recovery process. (Source: The Palace Way)

By 11 March 2025, Mateta had rejoined full team training with Palace during the camp, as anticipated. The forward is now aiming to be match-fit in time for the club’s return to action against Fulham on 29 March 2025. (Source: BBC Sport)