Crystal Palace vs Luton Town FC (22nd Aug 1978)

1978/1979 Football League Division Two

Crystal Palace

Luton Town

Lil Fuccillo

Attendance: 17,880
Match Date: Aug 22, 1978

Brian Stein is fouled by future Hatter Peter Nicholas in the box leading to a successful penalty

Dave Swindlehurst heads the Eagles into an early lead, which is wiped out six minutes later when Lil Fuccillo converts a spot kick after Peter Nicholas brings down Stein. Luton, a shadow of the team that beat Oldham, are eventually worn down by a superior Palace side.