Jean-Philippe Mateta - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back to prepare new season Mateta is back to prepare for the new season with Crystal Palace, according to the club.

Impact Mateta finished last season with 12 goals across 31 Premier League appearances and played a key role in the club's Conference League and FA Cup triumphs, converting his penalty in the Community Shield shootout win over Liverpool along the way. He earned a place in France's World Cup squad but was limited to a bench role behind Kylian Mbappe, making just three appearances and 21 minutes across the tournament. His return to club training now shifts focus to preseason preparations, and he should remain the undisputed starter up top under new coach Pierre Sage while continuing as the club's primary penalty taker.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots from bench Mateta generated two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 victory against Morocco.

Impact Mateta would enter the match from the bench after Kylian Mbappe (foot) left the field due to an apparent injury. He would record two shots (one on target) but was unable to score, yet to find the back of the net this World Cup. He is now up to three appearances, although he has only played 21 minutes behind Mbappe.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Crystal Palace beats Rayo Vallecano 1-0 for Conference League title, club's 1st European trophy

Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the only goal as Crystal Palace won its first-ever European trophy by beating Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the final of the Conference League on Wednesday to g...

MAY 27 • Associated Press

Brings physical quality up front Mateta has been named in France's World Cup squad and provides manager Didier Deschamps with a powerful and direct alternative to the more technical attacking options available in...

Impact Mateta will first turn his attention to Wednesday's Conference League final against Rayo Vallecano before linking up with France for the World Cup, closing out a strong campaign with Crystal Palace where he delivered a string of eye-catching performances, using his physical presence, aerial dominance, and sharp finishing to cement himself as a dependable, dangerous number nine at the highest level of English football. The powerful center forward gives manager Didier Deschamps a different attacking look compared to Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, bringing a direct, physical edge that can shift the momentum of games whether coming off the bench or starting depending on the matchup. He enters the World Cup as a squad piece with real knockout-stage value, where his ability to hold up play, win duels in the air, and finish with force could be a major weapon for France down the stretch. Before the Conference League final, Mateta has chipped in with 15 goals and three assists across 49 appearances in all competitions.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late header in season finale Mateta scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Arsenal.

Impact Mateta came off the bench and powered home Palace's late consolation in the 89th minute, climbing highest to meet Yeremy Pino's delivery and burying a strong header past Kepa Arrizabalaga to spoil Arsenal's clean sheet. He wraps up the Premier League season as Crystal Palace's leading scorer with 12 goals in 32 appearances (25 starts), a strong return from a striker now shifting full focus to the Conference League final against Rayo Vallecano on May 27 in Basel before linking up with France for the 2026 World Cup.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Bags equalizer Sunday Mateta scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Everton.

Impact Mateta replaced Jorgen Strand Larsen in the 65th minute Sunday and still made the biggest play of the match with his equalizing goal in the 77th minute. It marked his 11th goal of the campaign, though just four have come since the start of 2026. He finished the match with two shots in his 25 minutes off the bench.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Mateta scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Newcastle United.

Impact Mateta scored a brilliant brace during Sunday's clash, making the most of his two shots during the match. He also created one chance during the match, a sold all-around showing from the striker. His two goals proved crucial as Crystal Palace took the match by a single goal.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace off bench Mateta was expected to be rested for Sunday's clash against Newcastle but ultimately came off the bench for 25 minutes and scored twice to seal the win for Crystal Palace.

Impact Mateta had been managed carefully by coach Oliver Glasner since his return from injury, but his impact off the bench against Newcastle sends a powerful message about his readiness to take on a bigger role. Scoring a brace in 25 minutes of action is exactly the kind of momentum he needed heading into the final stretch of the season, with the World Cup very much on his mind. The April 20 clash against West Ham now looks like a realistic opportunity for him to push for more minutes after this eye-catching outing.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will be rested against Newcastle Mateta will be rested for Sunday's clash against Newcastle, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per Sam Tabuteau of Standard Sport.

Impact Mateta made a goal-scoring return to fitness in Thursday's 3-0 win over Fiorentina in the UEFA Conference League, but coach Glasner is taking a measured approach to his reintegration after a lengthy absence. The Frenchman is still building his way back to full match sharpness and the April 20 clash against West Ham is shaping up as a more realistic target for him to build more minutes. With the World Cup on the horizon, getting Mateta fully fit and firing before the end of the season remains the priority for both club and player. Jorgen Strand Larsen will be the one starting as the striker against the Magpies.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Still building minutes Mateta is still regaining fitness and will likely be limited for a few more games, according to manager Oliver Galsner. "It was the plan now to get him back, and also have him avai...

Impact Mateta returned to the field Thursday in Conference League action, earning some time off the bench. That said, he is not set to build up minutes in the next few games as he works on his fitness, needing some time after the decent absence. The hope for the future is still to push for the French World Cup team, needing a solid end to the season after his injury for that to come to fruition.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench in draw Mateta featured off bench in Thursday's 0-0 draw against AEK Larnaca in the UEFA Conference League, confirming he is back fit for Crystal Palace.

Impact Mateta returned to action after the knee injury that had kept him sidelined since late January, coming off the bench in Thursday's draw against AEK Larnaca in the UEFA Conference League. It's a welcome boost for the Eagles after he delivered solid performances prior to his setback with eight goals across 23 Premier League appearances. That said, his minutes could take a hit going forward following the club's winter-window addition of Jorgen Strand Larsen.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available against AEK Larnaca Mateta (knee) will be available for Thursday's Conference League first leg against AEK Larnaca, according to coach Oliver Glasner. "Jean-Philippe Mateta is back and will be in the...

Impact Mateta will be available for Thursday's Conference League first leg against AEK Larnaca after missing the last six matches with a knee injury. The forward had been a starter before the setback, though the club is expected to manage his return carefully. He could gradually see more minutes and will compete with Jorgen Strand Larsen for the role up front.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to partial training Monday Mateta (knee) will return to partial training Monday and could begin on the bench in next week's Europa League clash against Larnaca, according to coach Oliver Glasner. "We're plan...

Impact Mateta will return to partial team training Monday after missing the last five Premier League matches due to a knee injury and could start on the bench in the Europa League clash against Larnaca. The forward had been a regular starter prior to the setback and may face competition for minutes for a while as he regains full match fitness from Jorgen Strand Larsen, who arrived during the winter transfer window.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for 2-3 weeks Mateta (knee) remains unavailable after coach Oliver Glasner gave an update on his situation in Wednesday's press conference "we hope to have back in the next two or three weeks."

Impact Mateta avoided surgery after sustaining a serious knee injury in January, and he's currently expected to return during the current season, though he'll miss at least the upcoming fixtures versus Wolverhampton and Manchester United. The striker remains his team's scoring leader with eight goals in the 2025/26 EPL season, and losing him has limited their attacking potential. However, winter signing Jorgen Strand Larsen is in decent form and should be the main beneficiary of playing time while Mateta is inactive.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Crystal Palace make huge surgery decision on wantaway Jean-Philippe Mateta after knee injury scuppered AC Milan transfer

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta will not undergo surgery on a niggling knee problem after all, despite the injury scuppering his...

FEBRUARY 10 • goal

Crystal Palace make huge surgery decision on wantaway Jean-Philippe Mateta after knee injury scuppered AC Milan transfer

Avoids surgery, few more weeks out Mateta (knee) has avoided surgery and will look to return within the next two to four weeks, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Fortunately, he doesn't need surgery [on his knee...

Impact Matteta has finally ended his saga, battling with a knee injury following a failed transfer, as the forward will not need surgery on his knee. Instead, he will take the next two to four weeks off to recover and focus on rehab at the Palace training grounds. This will leave him with a return near the end of February, but it will be a massive return for the club, with the forward notching eight goals in 23 appearances this season. Jorgen Strand Larsen appears to be set to continue seeing the start until Mateta returns.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in coming week Mateta (knee) will not play the next week as the club makes a final decision on how to manage his knee, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "He won't play on Sunday at Brighton, a...

Impact Mateta's long saga continues as a knee injury for the forward remains a major concern for the club. He will now miss the next week of action as he continues to weigh his options, potentially playing through the injury to make the World Cup or instead receive surgery to put the injury behind him. He will miss out against Brighton and Burnley as he waits his assessment, with a decision to be made ahead of the Feb. 22 match against Wolves.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Surgery decision to come soon Mateta (knee) is set to decide on knee surgery soon, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Impact Mateta is a major talking point at the moment after a failed transfer to AC Milan, with a knee injury discovered during the medical. He will now have to make a quick decision on whether he will receive the surgery or wait until the end of the season, as this would put an end to his World Cup hopes. This is a critical situation for both club and player, likely to force major alterations if he decides to go through with the surgery.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Crystal Palace confirm signing of Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves in club-record deal

Crystal Palace announced the signing of Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolverhampton Wanderers just minutes before the close of the January trans...

FEBRUARY 2 • goal

Crystal Palace confirm signing of Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves in club-record deal

Knee injury leads to failed transfer Mateta failed a medical with AC Milan due to a knee injury and could potentially receive surgery, according to Sacha Tavolieri.

Impact Mateta has been surrounded by transfer rumors and after finally traveling to Italy for a medical, it fell through due to a knee injury. This brings up more worries for the forward as an apparent surgery could be on the horizon to heal from the injury, although that would keep him out of World Cup campaign with France. That said, his current status remains up in the air, as the player is unlikely to bow out of the World Cup and club's are still interested in a loan for him. More about his situation should be available in the next few days, with the club set to take the field again on Sunday and transfer deadline day coming to an end Monday night.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Watch out, Nottingham Forest! AC Milan reach 'preliminary agreement' to sign Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace

AC Milan have launched a dramatic late raid to sign Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, reportedly striking a verbal agreement with...

JANUARY 30 • goal

Watch out, Nottingham Forest! AC Milan reach 'preliminary agreement' to sign Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace

Mateta to miss Crystal Palace game in Premier League ahead of possible transfer

Jean-Philippe Mateta will not be in the Crystal Palace squad for Sunday’s trip to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League as he nears a move away from the club

JANUARY 30 • Associated Press

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