Premier League Regular Season - 27
Crystal Palace 1 - 0 FT Wolves
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
15' W. Hughes
31' J. Canvot
41' A. Wharton
T. Arokodare (T. Arokodare) 43'
HT
46' ↓ W. Hughes ↑D. Kamada
L. Krejci 58'
L. Krejci 61'
L. Krejci 61'
↓ A. Armstrong ↑D. M. Wolfe 63'
67' C. Riad
72' ↓ C. Riad ↑E. Guessand
77' ↓ Y. Pino ↑B. Johnson
↓ J. Bellegarde ↑Joao Gomes 87'
90' E. Guessand (T. Mitchell)
↓ Y. Mosquera ↑A. Gomes 90'+2
Andre 90'+3
90'+6 I. Sarr
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Crystal Palace
Goalkeepers
Dean Henderson 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
7
Saves
9.7
Rating
Defenders
Jaydee Canvot 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Chris Richards
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Chadi Riad
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Daniel Muñoz 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Wharton 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
5
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Will Hughes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Tyrick Mitchell 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Forwards
Ismaïla Sarr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yéremy Pino
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Jørgen Strand Larsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Walter Benítez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nathaniel Clyne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Borna Sosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daichi Kamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Justin Devenny
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christantus Uche
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Cardines
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Evann Guessand 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
Brennan Johnson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wolves
Goalkeepers
José Sá
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Yerson Mosquera
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Santiago Bueno
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Ladislav Krejčí
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
6
Rating
Midfielders
Jackson Tchatchoua
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Ricner Bellegarde 
PROVOCATEUR
6
Fouls Won
6
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
André
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Bueno 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
15%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Adam Armstrong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Mateus Mané
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Tolu Arokodare
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Sam Johnstone
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
David Möller Wolfe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matt Doherty
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro Lima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toti Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Angel Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tom Edozie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22/11/2025 | Wolves | 0 - 2 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 20/05/2025 | Crystal Palace | 4 - 2 | Wolves | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 02/11/2024 | Wolves | 2 - 2 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 01/08/2024 | Crystal Palace | 3 - 1 | Wolves | Friendlies Clubs | Navy–Marine Corps Memorial Stadium |
| 11/05/2024 | Wolves | 1 - 3 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 03/09/2023 | Crystal Palace | 3 - 2 | Wolves | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 25/04/2023 | Wolves | 2 - 0 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 18/10/2022 | Crystal Palace | 2 - 1 | Wolves | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 05/03/2022 | Wolves | 0 - 2 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 06/11/2021 | Crystal Palace | 2 - 0 | Wolves | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
22/11/2025
20/05/2025
02/11/2024
01/08/2024
11/05/2024
03/09/2023
25/04/2023
18/10/2022
05/03/2022
06/11/2021
Crystal Palace Win
Wolves Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Selhurst Park Stunner: Henderson Denies, Guessand Delivers
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 69/100. A masterclass in goalkeeping defiance and late-game clinical edge that leaves Wolves' survival hopes in tatters after a dramatic finish in South London.
The Siege of Selhurst
The Intensity was palpable from the jump as Crystal Palace sought to dominate a desperate Wolves side. Despite controlling 61% of the ball, the Eagles found themselves vulnerable to sharp counters. A barrage of 26 total shots turned Selhurst Park into a shooting gallery, but the quality of chances favoured the visitors early on. The Balance of the match shifted violently in the 43rd minute when a penalty was awarded to the visitors. T. Arokodare stepped up with the weight of a relegation battle on his shoulders, but Dean Henderson produced a sprawling save that electrified the home crowd. It was a moment of pure theatre, keeping the scoreline level just before the interval and setting a defiant tone for the second half.
The Disruption of Order
Everything changed in the 61st minute, a moment that significantly spiked the Upset Factor for the visitors. L. Krejci saw red for unsportsmanlike conduct, a moment of madness that forced Wolves into a defensive shell for the final half-hour. This tactical shift saw the Eagles camp in the attacking third, searching for a breakthrough against a disciplined but tiring backline led by Hugo Bueno. Despite being a man down, Wolves remained dangerous on the break, forcing Henderson into a series of seven vital saves throughout the afternoon. The Stakes were through the roof as the clock ticked down; a draw felt inevitable, but the numerical advantage finally began to stretch the weary Wolves defenders to their breaking point.
The Final Zarpazo
With the match entering its final moments, the persistence of the home side finally paid dividends. In the 90th minute, T. Mitchell delivered a pinpoint ball that found substitute Evann Guessand in the box. The young forward, who had only been on the pitch for 18 minutes, showed ice-cold composure to slot home the winner. It was a crushing blow for the bottom-of-the-table visitors, who had defended gallantly for so long. For Palace, the victory provides a comfortable cushion in the mid-table, while for Wolves, this result feels like another nail in the coffin. The three points stay at Selhurst Park, secured by a goalkeeper who refused to be beaten and a super-sub who took his only real chance of the game.
Key Questions
How did the red card for L. Krejci impact the match?
The dismissal forced Wolves into a defensive low block, allowing Palace to dominate possession and eventually find the 90th-minute winner.
Was the penalty miss by Dean Henderson the turning point?
Yes, Henderson's save from Arokodare in the 43rd minute prevented Wolves from taking a lead and shifted the momentum back to Palace.
What made Dean Henderson the Man of the Match?
Henderson recorded a stunning 9.7 rating thanks to seven saves and a crucial penalty stop that kept his team in the game.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Survival Instincts Take Center Stage at Selhurst Park
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. This is a survivalist’s grind where Wolves’ desperation meets a Crystal Palace side desperate to stop their own slide.
The Setup
As we head into late February, the air at Selhurst Park is thick with the tension of a true relegation battle. Crystal Palace finds themselves in 15th place, hovering just above the chaos, while Wolves are currently anchored to the bottom of the table in 20th. A modest Form rating for both sides suggests this won't be a tactical masterpiece, but the high Stakes rating confirms that every loose ball will be contested like a cup final. Palace has struggled for consistency, picking up only two points from their last five matches, leaving them vulnerable to a Wolves side that is effectively playing for their Premier League lives every single week.
Key Battle
The match will likely be won or lost in the transition. Palace’s creative core, led by E. Eze and the composed A. Wharton, will look to exploit a Wolves defensive unit that has conceded 43 goals this season. On the other side, the visitors will rely on their gritty midfield double-act of João Gomes and André to disrupt the flow and launch direct counters toward J. Strand Larsen. It is a classic confrontation between technical flair and defensive desperation.
Our Prediction
Our take is that Crystal Palace’s superior individual Stars will eventually break the deadlock. While Wolves have shown resilience in recent draws, they lack the finishing touch required to pull themselves out of the basement. Expect a cagey, nervous affair where Jean-Philippe Mateta capitalizes on a defensive lapse late in the second half. Palace should secure a narrow victory, pushing Wolves further toward the brink while giving themselves much-needed breathing room in the survival race.