A crucial clash awaits at Selhurst Park as Crystal Palace F.C. host bottom-placed Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.. The Eagles will hope to create some breathing room in the table, while Wolves chase a spark to revive their survival hopes.
| Tournament: | Premier League |
|---|---|
| Venue: | Selhurst Park, London |
| Date: | 22.02.2026 |
| Time: | 14:00 GMT |
Crystal Palace vs Wolves Form and Head to Head
The Eagles come into this fixture on the back of a 2-3 home defeat against Burnley in their last Premier League outing, a result that will have left a bitter taste given the nature of the loss. Their recent form across all competitions paints a concerning picture, with only one win, two draws, and three losses in their last six matches. This poor run is reflected in their Premier League form, where they have failed to win in 10 of their last 11 encounters. At home, their recent league form sees them ranked 20th over the last six games, securing only 2 points.
Wolves, meanwhile, secured a spirited 2-2 draw at home against Arsenal in their most recent Premier League match, a result that demonstrates their fighting spirit despite their league position. However, their overall form in the Premier League remains dire, having failed to win any of their last seven league matches. Over their last six games across all competitions, the Wanderers have managed one win (in the FA Cup), two draws, and three losses. Their away league form is particularly alarming, sitting 20th in the away standings with just four points collected from 13 matches on the road this season, and no wins.
The last meeting between these two sides saw Crystal Palace emerge victorious with a convincing 0-2 away win at Wolves in November 2025. This result continues a dominant trend for the South London club in this fixture.
Who is the Betting Favourite in Crystal Palace vs Wolves?
Crystal Palace are firm favourites to beat Wolves, with the latest odds implying roughly a 60% chance of a home win. Wolves are priced as significant away underdogs with around an 18% chance of causing an upset at Selhurst Park.
| Match Result | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Palace | 7/10 | AK Bets |
| Wolves | 9/2 | Betfred |
| Draw | 3/1 | bet365 |
Odds last updated at 5:30PM Saturday, 21st February.
Crystal Palace vs Wolves Team News
Crystal Palace are grappling with a significant injury list ahead of this encounter. Doucouré, who has been deputising at centre-back, is sidelined for several weeks with a thigh problem. This could see Riad, who recently featured in the Conference League, step into the starting XI. Nketiah is also a long-term absentee, not expected back until April dues to a setback in his recovery from a similar issue. Mateta remains several weeks away from returning from a knee problem.
Wolves also have their own injury concerns. Gomes is struggling with a back injury sustained against Arsenal and may be replaced in midfield by Joao Gomes. Hwang is not expected to return until next month due to a calf problem, which will be a blow to their attacking options.
Crystal Palace vs Wolves Predicted Lineups
Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Riad, Lacroix, Richards; Mitchell, Hughes, Wharton, Muñoz; Sarr, Pino; Larsen
Wolves (3-4-2-1): Sá; Krejci, Bueno, Mosquera; Bueno, André, Gomes, Tchatchoua; Mané, Bellegarde; Armstrong
Lineups powered by WhoScored.
Crystal Palace vs Wolves Match Prediction
Crystal Palace will be looking to bounce back from their loss to Burnley and pick up three important points to move further away from the relegation zone. Despite recent struggles, the Eagles remain dangerous when creating chances, often attacking through the middle and taking shots when opportunities appear. This could test a Wolves defence that has shown vulnerability to wide attacks and through balls.
Wolves showed fighting spirit in their comeback against Arsenal, but their away form remains a concern. While they defend set pieces well and are strong in ball recovery, their struggles with possession and finishing could limit their attacking threat. With Palace’s strong home record against Wolves and the visitors’ inconsistent away performances, the home side may have the edge in a tight contest.
Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-1 Wolves
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Maxence Lacroix has exceeded 0.5 Shots in 5 of their last 5 games.
Best odds of 4/5 at Coral at the time of publishing.
Mateus Mane has exceeded 1.5 Shots in 4 of their last 5 games.
Best odds of 3/4 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
Chris Richards has exceeded 1.5 Tackles in 8 of their last 10 games.
Best odds of 8/11 at bet365 while publishing.
Tyrick Mitchell has exceeded 0.5 Fouls in 6 of their last 10 games.
Best odds of 11/2 at bet365 while publishing.
Yerson Mosquera has exceeded 0.5 Shots in 4 of their last 6 games.
Best odds of 11/10 at BetVictor while publishing.
Crystal Palace vs Wolves Bet Builder Tip
Our Crystal Palace vs Wolves Bet Builder Tip is:
- M. Lacroix Over 0.5 - Fouls
- M. Mane Over 0.5 - Shots On Target
- J. Gomes Over 2.5 - Tackles
- I. Sarr Over 1.5 - Shots
Best odds of 13/2 at bet365 while publishing.
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