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Alexis Sanchez's Unintended Strike: Crystal Palace's Own Goal in Arsenal's 2015-16 Premier League Clash
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Alexis Sanchez's Unintended Strike: Crystal Palace's Own Goal in Arsenal's 2015-16 Premier League Clash
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 16: Damien Delaney of Crystal Palace scores an own goal following a header from Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal during the Barclays Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal on August 16, 2015 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
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In the opening fixture of the 2015-16 Premier League season, Arsenal traveled to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace. The Gunners were looking to start their campaign with a win, while Palace aimed to cause an upset. The game was evenly poised until the 31st minute, when an unexpected moment of brilliance from Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez turned the match on its head. As a Palace defender attempted to clear a cross from the left, Sanchez leapt into the air to challenge for the ball. With his back to goal and his focus on the aerial duel, the Chilean international inadvertently sent a glancing header towards the Crystal Palace goal. The Palace defense was caught napping, and Damien Delaney could only watch in horror as the ball sailed into the net, giving Arsenal a 1-0 lead. The own goal was a cruel blow for Palace, who had been holding their own against the Gunners up to that point. Sanchez, meanwhile, was understandably thrilled with his unintended strike, celebrating enthusiastically with his teammates. The goal proved to be a turning point in the match, as Arsenal went on to secure a 2-1 victory. The incident served as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of football, where even the most unexpected moments can change the course of a game.
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