West Ham draw at Palace to relegate Wolves and move two points clear of Spurs
Sky Sports · 2026-04-20 · archive
West Ham restored their two-point cushion between Tottenham and the bottom three as they drew 0-0 at Crystal Palace to confirm Wolves' relegation from the Premier League. Spurs endured a nightmare weekend, but this result opens the door for Roberto De Zerbi's side in their fight for survival ahead of their trip to Wolves, whose eight-year stay in the top flight has officially been brought to an end. West Ham have given themselves another week outside the drop zone but may look back on this as a missed opportunity with the toughest final five games of all the teams battling...
The Story So Far
West Ham United earned a point on the road following a goalless stalemate against Crystal Palace. This result allows the Hammers to maintain a two-point lead over Tottenham Hotspur, keeping the club positioned above the bottom three of the Premier League for another week. The draw also carried significant implications for the wider league table, as it officially confirmed the relegation of Wolverhampton Wanderers. While the point provides a slight safety margin, the squad now enters a demanding final stretch. With five fixtures remaining, West Ham faces a difficult schedule compared to the other teams currently fighting for top-flight survival.
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