Crystal Palace delivered a classy away performance at Molineux, sealing a convincing 2-0 victory over Wolves and handing new permanent manager Rob Edwards a difficult first match in charge. While Wolves showed heart and effort, the Eagles’ quality proved decisive in the second half, as goals from Daniel Muñoz and Yeremy Pino put the game beyond doubt.
In truth, the opening stages offered some hope for the home side. Wolves looked more energized than in recent outings, pressing with purpose, trying to make the most of Edwards’ return – first as a youth coach and defender years ago, and now as their boss.
Despite that renewed commitment, clear-cut chances in the first half were limited, and both teams seemed to be feeling each other out rather than playing with urgency.
It was only after the break that Crystal Palace began to assert themselves. The breakthrough came in the 63rd minute in fairly fortuitous fashion.
A short corner caught Wolves off guard, and when Adam Wharton unleashed a shot that was blocked, Munoz reacted instinctively, sending the ricochet high into the net. After a VAR check for offside, the goal stood, and the visitors had the lead.
Palace did not pause to celebrate for long. Just six minutes later, they doubled their advantage in style.
Wharton clipped a pass to Pino, and the young winger unleashed a stunning curling effort from the edge of the box that soared in off the underside of the crossbar. His finish was both audacious and assured – the kind of strike that shifts momentum and deflates opposition belief.
From there, Palace grew into the game even more confidently. Wolves, for all their physical intensity and effort, struggled to fashion real chances.
Substitute Jhon Arias had a chance at close range after a cutback, but he dragged his effort wide. Hwang’s effort in the box was blocked, and later, Eddie Nketiah curled a shot just off target after being brought on.
Defensively, Crystal Palace were composed. Dean Henderson made a couple of routine saves and marshaled his backline well as Wolves tried to mount a late push. On the opposite end, Palace looked calm and clinical, making the most of their opportunities.
For Wolves, the result is another blow. The defeat leaves them rooted to the bottom of the Premier League, still searching for their first win of the campaign.
From the Crystal Palace perspective, however, the performance will feel deeply satisfying. Under manager Oliver Glasner, they looked organized, purposeful, and dangerous.