Match Report
Defeat had not touched Crystal Palace in 7 games.
The venue was Örjans Vall, with room for 15,500 spectators. Half-time and full-time told different stories: Crystal Palace led 4-1 at the break, before 2 more goals closed it at 1-6.
Goal scorers
Halmstad: Pontus Silfwer (17') · Crystal Palace: James McArthur (61'), J. Puncheon (66'), Sullay Kaikai (42'), Patrick van Aanholt (40'), Patrick van Aanholt (38'), Christian Benteke (13')
Key stats
Possession: Halmstad 49% · Crystal Palace 51% · On target: 3-7 · Corners: 8-4