No Stopping Now: Wolves Double Down
Two games, five goals scored, six points gained, and zero goals conceded. Success is not always guaranteed, a phrase that perfectly encapsulates the Wolves’ journey this season. Heartbreak after heartbreak, last-minute goals conceded, poor sportsmanship displayed, and even a manager sacked, all of it has led to this moment. The Wolves have waited patiently; they have found their spark, and now they are coming for everyone who has overlooked them.
In a commanding performance at Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a 2-0 victory over Manchester United, marking a pivotal moment in their season. The key moments of the match included Bruno Fernandes’ red card, Matheus Cunha’s stunning Olimpico, and Hwang Hee-Chan’s late strike. Manchester United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, received a second yellow card just two minutes into the second half, reducing his team to ten men and swinging momentum firmly in Wolves’ favor. Wolves capitalized on this advantage when Matheus Cunha scored an Olimpico, a goal scored directly from a corner kick, catching goalkeeper André Onana off-guard and breaking the stalemate. In the dying moments of stoppage time, Hwang Hee-chan sealed the win with a well-executed goal, sending Molineux into cheers of joy.
This victory lifted Wolves out of the relegation zone, moving them to 17th place with 15 points from 18 games. Remarkably, six of those points have come from their last two matches, both of which were victories. It also marked a triumphant home debut for manager Vítor Pereira, who has now won his first two games in charge. Despite having the worst defensive record in the Premier League, conceding 40 goals this season, Wolves have risen to deliver two defensive masterclasses in their recent games. Pereira has done what many deemed impossible: he has brought the Wolves back to life, a team that seemed destined for failure through 16 games. From a squad that appeared stuck in the gutter, Wolves looked solid and cohesive today, showing no signs of slowing down.
Wolves now set their sights on Tottenham in a crucial matchup on December 29th. Currently sitting in 11th place, Tottenham will be a tough opponent, but Wolves have momentum on their side. A victory in this game could propel the Wolves up to 15th place, further solidifying their resurgence under manager Vítor Pereira. With two consecutive wins and a newfound confidence, the Wolves will be looking to build on their recent form and prove that their rise is no fluke.
