Wolverhampton Wanderers will face Crystal Palace in their upcoming Premier League match, marking a significant encounter for both teams. The historical records suggest an interesting rivalry, with Wolves historically finding early success against the Eagles.
Recent Performance Overview
Wolves began their Premier League journey well against Crystal Palace, winning three of their first five encounters. However, their fortunes have changed drastically, as they have won just one of the last nine matches against Palace, suffering seven defeats. This decline has raised concerns as Wolves currently sit at the bottom of the league table.
Wolves’ Struggles This Season
- Wolves have failed to win in 11 Premier League matches this season (D2 L9).
- This trend parallels their worst start to a league season in 1983-84, where they went winless in their first 12 matches.
- They are the lowest scorers in the Premier League, netting only 7 goals in total.
- Wolves have conceded three goals in each of their last three fixtures.
Crystal Palace’s Form and Statistics
On the other hand, Crystal Palace has experienced some ups and downs. They have won 57% of their matches against Wolves, establishing this win rate as their highest against any team they have played more than ten times.
- Crystal Palace lost their last two away games, matching their total away losses from their previous 18 encounters, where they registered nine wins and seven draws.
- The Eagles’ most recent three-match losing streak occurred in February 2024.
- Despite being resilient defensively, Crystal Palace has conceded nine goals this season.
Player Highlights
Ismaïla Sarr stands out for Crystal Palace, leading the team with eight goals across all competitions. Notably, five of his goals have come from matches outside the Premier League.
Additionally, full-back Daniel Muñoz has been active off the ball, ranking second in the league for runs into the opponent’s penalty area, making 53 such movements this season.
Upcoming Match Insights
This match will be Rob Edwards’ first Premier League game in charge of Wolves. Remarkably, his first victory as Luton Town manager in the Premier League was against Crystal Palace during the 2023-24 season.
As both teams prepare for the match, the stakes are high, with Wolves desperate for their first win and Crystal Palace seeking to regain momentum. Fans from both sides are eagerly awaiting this crucial fixture.
