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Wilfried Zaha Calls Out Former Teammate Jean-Philippe Mateta in Heated Exchange
Former Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha has publicly called out his ex-teammate Jean-Philippe Mateta, sparking debate among fans about loyalty, professionalism, and dressing room tensions at Selhurst Park.
The drama unfolded after Mateta made comments in a post-match interview hinting that Palace were “better off” without certain players who “thought they were bigger than the club.” Though Mateta did not mention any names, fans quickly connected the dots — and Zaha wasn’t about to stay silent.
Taking to social media, the Galatasaray forward fired back:
“Some people forget who helped them shine. Stay humble and remember who put you on,” Zaha wrote, accompanied by a subtle eagle emoji — a clear reference to his Palace days.
The message sent social media into a frenzy, with Palace supporters divided. Some backed Zaha, claiming his passion and influence were unmatched, while others sided with Mateta, who has enjoyed a resurgence in form since Zaha’s departure in 2023.
During his decade-long stint at Crystal Palace, Zaha was the club’s talisman, guiding them through multiple Premier League campaigns and earning legendary status in South London. Mateta, meanwhile, often played second fiddle to Zaha and struggled for consistency until recently.
Reports suggest the relationship between the two forwards had soured in Zaha’s final months at Palace, with internal frustrations over effort levels and dressing room atmosphere.
Football pundits have weighed in too — former Palace captain Mark Bright commented that, “Both players contributed massively to Palace, but this public back-and-forth doesn’t help anyone. The fans still respect both men.”
As of now, neither player has directly addressed the situation further, though Zaha’s message has been widely shared and interpreted as a sign of lingering tension.
Whether this is just a social media flare-up or evidence of deeper resentment, one thing’s for certain — the Palace legacy still sparks emotion, even long after Zaha’s departure.
Fans React:
“Zaha made Palace what it is — Mateta should show respect,” one supporter posted.
Another wrote, “Mateta’s been brilliant lately, Zaha needs to move on.”
The story serves as a reminder that in football, old friendships can turn into rivalries, and loyalty often fades as quickly as the next transfer window.
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