Marc Guéhi’s Late Strike Secures Dramatic 2-2 Draw for Crystal Palace Against Wolves
Crystal Palace’s intense matchup with Wolves ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, marking another challenging game for Wolves, still searching for their first league win of the season. It was Marc Guéhi's late goal that denied Wolves the three points they desperately needed, underscoring some defensive struggles that have persisted for Wolves throughout this season.
The game began with Crystal Palace seizing an early advantage, as Trevoh Chalobah found the net following a short free-kick setup from Will Hughes. Wolves initially looked sluggish, struggling to break down Palace's assertive play, especially after early missed opportunities left them frustrated. Dean Henderson, Palace's goalkeeper, was solid, keeping Wolves at bay with key saves, including a spectacular block to deny Pablo Sarabia.
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However, Wolves clawed their way back in the second half, scoring twice within five minutes to flip the game on its head. Jørgen Strand Larsen scored Wolves' first goal, maneuvering skillfully to send the ball past Henderson, bringing Wolves back into contention. João Gomes then added to Wolves’ tally, putting them in the lead after a well-executed team play involving Lemina and Cunha. The home fans erupted, sensing that a victory might finally be within reach.
But Palace remained resilient, capitalizing on Wolves' vulnerability to set-pieces. With minutes left on the clock, Palace’s Marc Guéhi found space at a corner kick and netted the equalizer, dashing Wolves’ hopes of a first league victory. The late goal highlighted Wolves’ defensive struggles, with their back line having conceded a league-high number of goals from set pieces this season. Head coach Gary O’Neil’s defensive woes were further compounded by the fact that both of Palace’s goals came from dead-ball situations.
To make matters worse, the game featured a controversial VAR decision when Jean-Philippe Mateta’s late goal was disallowed for a foul on Wolves' goalkeeper, José Sá. This decision left Palace’s bench in an uproar, as it would have been a dramatic victory had the goal stood.
The Wolves’ head coach, Gary O’Neil, acknowledged the defensive errors and took responsibility for the team’s inability to secure the win. He emphasized his commitment to improving the team but recognized that fan frustration was mounting. Supporters were notably upset after O’Neil’s triple substitution, a decision that did not yield the desired impact.
As Wolves linger at the bottom of the table, their upcoming match against Southampton appears crucial. It’s a defining moment for O’Neil, who faces growing pressure to deliver results. Despite recent setbacks, he remains hopeful that the team can find consistency and start turning things around. With the season well underway, Wolves must quickly address these defensive lapses if they hope to climb out of their current predicament. The clash against Southampton may well decide O’Neil’s future at the club and set the tone for Wolves’ season ahead.
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