Crystal Palace Appeal Jean-Philippe Mateta Red Card in Tottenham Defeat

Crystal Palace have launched an appeal against the red card shown to striker Jean-Philippe Mateta during Saturday's 3-1 Premier League defeat at Tottenham Hotspur. Mateta was sent off in the second half for a challenge on Spurs midfielder Pape Matar Sarr, a decision that left Palace to play the final 30 minutes with ten men and arguably changed the course of the match. The club confirmed the appeal on Monday, with manager Oliver Glasner insisting the contact was minimal and not worthy of a dismissal. If successful, Mateta would avoid a three-match suspension and be available for upcoming fixtures against Fulham, Aston Villa and Manchester United. The appeal will be reviewed by an independent regulatory commission, with a decision expected before Palace's next game. The outcome could prove pivotal for a Palace side sitting 15th in the table, just five points above the relegation zone, as they look to secure their top-flight status for another season.