Peter Crouch heads in 1000th Premier League goal for 2017-18 season against Swansea

PETER CROUCH headed home this season’s 1000^th goal in a rare moment of respite for the rock-bottom side.

During the week, the former Tottenham and Liverpool striker admitted his shame at being relegated at the foot of the table last week.

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But he gave the travelling Potters fans something to cheer by nodding home after 41 minutes at Swansea.

The Welsh side took the lead after 14 minutes – sparking hope of an unlikely great escape – with Andy King scoring.

But, 15 minutes before the break, Paul Lambert’s men were level through a beautifully dinked goal from Badou Ndiaye.

And on 40 minutes Crouch completed the come back when the beanpole frontman headed in a free-kick.

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In October, Crouch entered the Guinness Book of Record with his 51^st headed Premier League goal - the most for any player.

The 37-year-old – who collected 42 England caps – has now hit five Prem goals for Stoke this season.

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