Mick McCarthy heaped praise on his goalscorers after Wolves' much needed two-nil victory over Crystal Palace.

The goals - both 25 yard stunners - came in the last 15 minutes of a game that lacked many chances.

The boss said: Michael Gray was outstanding and capped off an excellent all-round performance with a wonder goal.

"He switched sides with Stephen Elliott, cut in with his left foot and hit a screamer. It's great when they fly in like that.

"And I'm really thrilled for Kevin Kyle because there were a few boos about the place last week.


"It means so much to a player to come to a club, do well and be accepted.

"He's got ability and that volley shows it.

"It doesn't vindicate my decision to sign him (on loan from Coventry) for Wolves. I made that based on what he could bring to the club."

The win leaves Wolves five points off sixth spot but the boss refused to discuss the prospects for a play-off place. He added: "We just need to take look at each game individually and let's see where we are at the end of the season when it matters.

"Let's just focus on Colchester and trying to get three points there."

Wayne Hennessey was taken to hospital with suspected concussion. If confirmed he could be ruled out of next week's trip to Layer Road.