
Zaha slams Mateta for twisting banter into false mockery claims
Wilfried Zaha has publicly criticised Jean-Philippe Mateta after the Crystal Palace striker claimed former teammates, including Zaha, mocked his international ambitions during his early struggles at the club. The dispute erupted on October 15, 2025, when Zaha posted a video denying Mateta’s account and calling the portrayal “disgusting,” insisting their conversation was lighthearted discussion about…