Late Guessand Goal Lifts Crystal Palace Over Wolverhampton in Premier League Opener

LONDON (Interstat) — Evann Guessand scored in the 90th minute to give Crystal Palace a 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton in the Premier League on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at Selhurst Park.

The dramatic winner came against the run of statistical projections, which heavily favored Palace but had forecast a 1-1 draw. The goal was assisted by substitute André, one of seven Palace players credited with an assist on the play.

The match was a physical, disjointed affair featuring eight yellow cards. Wolverhampton substitute Ladislav Krejčí was sent off with a red card in the 61st minute after receiving his second yellow. The victory gives Crystal Palace a winning start to the league campaign, while Wolverhampton begins with a loss.