Crystal Palace faced a frustrating ordeal against Wolves on Saturday night, as the two teams battling relegation settled for a 2-2 draw.
Oliver Glasner, visibly dismayed, found himself repeatedly holding his head in disbelief at his team’s inability to convert scoring opportunities.
Despite accumulating 2.89 expected goals and unleashing 19 shots, only seven of Palace’s attempts found the target.
The draw has left Crystal Palace teetering on the brink of the relegation zone, with Wolves languishing at the bottom. The Eagles were left feeling they had let a potential victory slip through their grasp.
Eddie Nketiah bore the brunt of fans’ criticism for his part in Wolves’ equalizer. While finishing ultimately proved fatal for the Eagles, the match highlighted why Crystal Palace is eyeing Callum Wilson.
Glasner voiced his discontent with VAR and the officiating during the game. He felt that Craig Dawson of Wolves should have been sent off, citing several instances where decisions went against his team.
Reflecting on the match, Glasner highlighted the errors made by VAR and expressed his belief that critical decisions were overlooked, impacting the outcome significantly.
While the outcome could have swung in favor of Crystal Palace with sharper finishing, VAR’s influence cannot be ignored. The revelation that a 10-man Wolves might have buckled under pressure adds to the frustration of missed opportunities.
The controversy surrounding Jean-Philippe Mateta’s disallowed goal further underscores the pivotal role VAR played in altering the final result. Glasner emphasized the need for accountability and intensive work on improving his team’s finishing to ensure such outcomes are avoided in the future.
