Palhinha’s late goal gives Spurs first win of 2026

TL;DR
Joao Palhinha scored a late goal to secure Tottenham's first Premier League win of 2026, defeating Wolves 1-0. This victory gives Spurs hope for survival as they aim to escape the relegation zone.
Key points
- Joao Palhinha scored the winning goal for Tottenham.
- Tottenham's victory is their first in the Premier League for 2026.
- The win gives Spurs hope for survival in the league.
Joao Palhinha poked in a late winner for Tottenham as they picked up their first Premier League victory of 2026 in a 1-0 win at Wolves that gives them hope of survival.
It was a dramatic finale at Molineux even after the substitute put Spurs in front as Everton equalised against West Ham to briefly lift Roberto De Zerbi's team out of the relegation zone before Callum Wilson's late winner for the Hammers muted the celebrations somewhat.
But it just made the three points even more important for Tottenham on an afternoon when they lost Dominic Solanke and Xavi Simons to injury. They remain two points behind West Ham but retain hopes of staying in the Premier League - thanks to Palhinha.
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Q&A
What was the score of the Tottenham vs Wolves match?
Tottenham won the match against Wolves 1-0.
How does Tottenham's win affect their Premier League standings?
The win keeps Tottenham two points behind West Ham, maintaining their hopes of avoiding relegation.
Who scored the winning goal for Tottenham?
Joao Palhinha scored the late winner for Tottenham.