Wolverhampton Wanderers’ decision to appoint Vítor Pereira just before Christmas has already shown promising results. Since taking the reins from Gary O’Neil, Pereira has led Wolves on an unbeaten run, including a spirited 2-2 draw at Tottenham to close out 2024. However, the Portuguese tactician now faces a fresh challenge, as key forward Matheus Cunha will miss this match due to suspension following an incident in last month’s clash against Ipswich.
Although Wolves have shown signs of improvement under Pereira, their position in the Premier League table leaves no room for complacency. They ended the year just a single point clear of the relegation zone, meaning every match carries significant weight. The absence of Cunha, a central figure in their attack, adds to the pressure, particularly as Wolves look to maintain their impressive record of scoring in their last 11 home league games. This streak includes a memorable 2-0 victory over Manchester United on Boxing Day, a result that undoubtedly lifted spirits at Molineux.
Their opponents, Nottingham Forest, arrive in the West Midlands in high spirits and in an unfamiliar yet exciting position—inside the Premier League’s top four. For Forest fans, this evokes memories of the club’s golden era in the late 1970s and early 1980s when they regularly challenged for domestic and European honors. While it’s too early to suggest they’re in a title race alongside leaders Liverpool, their resurgence under Nuno Espírito Santo has been one of the season’s standout stories.
Espírito Santo’s return to Molineux, the site of his successful tenure as Wolves manager, adds a fascinating subplot to this encounter. His current side is in scintillating form, riding a wave of five consecutive Premier League victories—their best run in the competition since 1995. Yet, history suggests that Molineux could pose a tricky test for Forest. The last four meetings between these sides across all competitions ended in draws, and Forest have managed just one victory in their last five visits to Wolves’ home ground.
Despite those historical challenges, Forest enter this game full of confidence, buoyed by their recent away form. They’ve won three straight league matches on the road and are aiming to extend that streak to four—a feat they haven’t achieved since the spring of 1995, a season that saw them finish third in the league. With momentum on their side, Forest will be keen to start 2025 by maintaining their strong position in the standings.
For Wolves, much of their attacking hopes may rest on the shoulders of Hwang Hee-Chan. The South Korean forward has found the net in Wolves’ last two matches, continuing a rich vein of form that has seen five of his last seven goals come in the first half. Hwang’s early contributions could prove crucial in a match where fine margins often decide the outcome.
On the other side, Morgan Gibbs-White represents a potential thorn in Wolves’ side. The former Wolves player, now an integral part of Forest’s squad, has been in excellent form with two goals and three assists in his last five outings. Intriguingly, all three of his goals this season have come away from home and after the interval, setting the stage for him to make a significant impact once again.
The fixture also comes with an intriguing pattern from recent head-to-head meetings. In the last five clashes between these two sides, the home team on the day has scored exactly one first-half goal. This trend could set the tone for another tightly contested battle at Molineux, with both teams aiming to strike early to seize the upper hand.
As Wolves continue their fight to climb away from relegation danger and Forest seek to cement their place among the league’s elite, this clash promises to deliver drama and excitement. Will Pereira’s Wolves rise to the occasion despite Cunha’s absence, or will Espírito Santo’s high-flying Forest make a statement at their former manager’s old stomping ground? Football fans are in for an engaging spectacle as two sides with very different objectives collide in the heart of the West Midlands.
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