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Wolves Seek Revival Amid Challenging Fixtures
Despite facing a tough start to the season, Wolverhampton Wanderers find themselves at a critical juncture in their campaign. Currently sitting with only two points from a possible 27, the team has already played all of the top seven clubs in the league. With a challenging schedule behind them, Wolves are now looking ahead to upcoming fixtures as an opportunity to gain essential momentum and escape the relegation zone.
Wolves will host fellow relegation battlers Crystal Palace at Molineux next Saturday at 17:30 GMT. This match is vital for both clubs as they vie for crucial points to climb the league table. A week later, they will face bottom-placed Southampton, further intensifying the importance of these encounters.
Manager Gary O’Neil is targeting consecutive victories in these matches. However, he tempered expectations after the recent draw against Brighton, stating that these upcoming games should not be viewed as “must-win” scenarios. He highlighted the strengths of their upcoming opponents, noting Crystal Palace’s recent investment in talent, including striker Eddie Nketiah, and the prowess of Eberechi Eze.
“I know there’ll be a lot made of the next games,” O’Neil remarked. “They’re not ‘must-wins’. Crystal Palace are good, they spent £30 million on a striker from Arsenal; Eze’s pretty good. We need to just be ready in every game.”
O’Neil acknowledged the challenges each match poses, particularly against Southampton, who are known for their ball retention and structured playing style. “There will be challenges in every game because that’s the level of the Premier League. But we just keep going. The lads will never stop,” he asserted.
Looking back on the Brighton match, O’Neil expressed pride in his squad’s resilience. “Coming back late gives everyone a lift. It’s only what we deserved. Once you score, this group can be tough to stop when they get some positive momentum and energy,” he stated, reflecting the optimism he holds for the team’s potential to turn their fortunes around.
As Wolves prepare for this pivotal stretch of matches, the determination and spirit displayed by the squad will be crucial as they aim to rise up the Premier League table and ensure their survival in the top flight.
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