Crystal Palace Soar With Thrilling 4–2 Win Over Wolves

Crystal Palace capped off a dream week at Selhurst Park with a scintillating 4–2 triumph over Wolverhampton Wanderers, sealing a spot in next season’s UEFA Europa League. Just days after lifting the FA Cup, the Eagles delighted home fans with another high-octane performance that highlighted their transformation under manager Oliver Glasner.

Palace Bounce Back After Early Scare

The match began with early dominance from Wolves, who took the lead in the 24th minute. Defender Emmanuel Agbadou rose highest to meet a pinpoint cross from Jorgen Strand Larsen, heading past Dean Henderson to make it 1–0. However, Palace’s response was swift and ruthless.

Eddie Nketiah, enjoying a resurgence in form, equalized just three minutes later with a composed finish inside the box. In the 32nd minute, the former Arsenal striker doubled his tally, firing a low shot past Wolves keeper Dan Bentley after a slick team move. Palace turned the game on its head within a matter of minutes.

Second-Half Spark: Chilwell and Eze Seal the Deal

The second half saw Crystal Palace maintain their attacking momentum. In the 50th minute, Ben Chilwell’s curling free-kick took a fortuitous deflection off Agbadou’s head, leaving Bentley stranded as the ball nestled in the net. The goal extended Palace’s lead to 3–1 and shifted momentum firmly in the hosts’ favor.
Wolves showed resilience and clawed one back in the 62nd minute through Jorgen Strand Larsen, who nodded in a smart cross from Romain Esse.

Yet, Palace’s FA Cup hero Eberechi Eze, who came off the bench, had the final say. In the 86th minute, he latched onto a clever pass from Jean-Philippe Mateta and calmly slotted home to ignite celebrations across Selhurst Park.

Historic Season for the Eagles: Europa League Awaits

With this win, Crystal Palace surpass the 50-point mark in the Premier League for the first time since the 1991–92 season, underlining a truly historic campaign. The victory not only continues their unbeaten run since mid-April but also mathematically secures a place in European competition for 2025–26.

Fans filled Selhurst Park with energy, waving inflatable FA Cup replicas and chanting European football songs late into the evening. Manager Oliver Glasner, despite rotating the squad and resting stars like Eze and Mateta, praised his team’s depth and focus.

“It’s been an unbelievable journey. To win the FA Cup and now qualify for Europe the players, the fans, everyone deserves this,” said Glasner after the match.

Wolves Falter Late in Season

Wolves, now sitting 14th in the Premier League table, have endured a dip in form in recent weeks. Despite moments of promise, their defensive vulnerabilities and lack of cutting edge up front continue to haunt them. Manager Gary O’Neil now faces tough questions heading into the summer.

Key Match Stats
Final Score: Crystal Palace 4–2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
Goals: Nketiah (27’, 32’), Chilwell (50’), Eze (86’) | Agbadou (24’), Larsen (62’)
Man of the Match: Eddie Nketiah
Possession: Crystal Palace 55% – 45% Wolves
Shots on Target: Palace 7 – 4 Wolves