Wolves vs Liverpool – News and Probable Lineups

Liverpool is currently embroiled in a tough fight to secure Champions League qualification, as they seek to avoid humiliation in the Premier League against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux on Tuesday.

The visitors, positioned fifth, triumphed over West Ham United with a 5-2 victory on Saturday, bringing their points total to 48. They are expected to triumph over the last-placed Wolves, although their opponents managed to secure a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa last Friday.

Match overview

It was a surprise for many to see Wolves claim just their second win of the Premier League season against Villa, but they have now taken points from three of the current top four teams.

With a total of 13 points, they will not be remembered as the worst team in the league’s history, a title that belongs to Derby County, who only accumulated 11 points during the 2007-08 season.

Manager Rob Edwards has had a challenging time, overseeing four losses, five draws, and two wins in his last eleven league games, but the hosts may present a tougher challenge than many expect.

The Old Gold have struggled offensively, failing to score in five of their past eight matches, and while they conceded ten goals during that period, they did manage three clean sheets.

Although Molineux is not exactly a fortress, Wolves have found it easier to collect points at home, securing eight from the last 18 available.

While Liverpool’s win over West Ham was significant, the performance did not entirely reflect the scoreline, as the Hammers matched the Reds’ two major chances, generating a comparable expected goals tally and holding 51% possession at Anfield.

Following the victory, Arne Slot highlighted the significance of set pieces, as his side managed to score their first three goals from corners, and they’ve set a Premier League record for consecutive goals from non-penalty set pieces (seven).

Even though Liverpool conceded twice against West Ham, they had kept three clean sheets prior to that match and have found the back of the net at least twice in six of their last nine outings.

The Reds will be looking to extend their winning streak against Wolves to seven matches, though their last three victories were closely contested 2-1 wins, including in the prior fixture in December 2025.

Slot’s squad appears to have moved past their earlier struggles with four consecutive victories leading into Molineux, and they have won six of their last seven encounters across all competitions.

Liverpool’s away form has generally been strong, as they have only suffered one defeat in their last ten away matches, winning six during that span.

Team News

Wolves’ young player Mateus Mane is expected to be in the starting lineup due to his impressive recent performances, while Angel Gomes may partner Joao Gomes in the midfield following Andre’s injury in the last match.

In defense, Toti Gomes is likely to join Santiago Bueno and Yerson Mosquera, with the task of supporting goalkeeper Josa Sa.

Slot has suggested that attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz might not be fit for the Tuesday fixture, which could lead to another start for Dominik Szoboszlai in the number 10 role.

Even with Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo not at their best, they are expected to be included in the lineup, along with striker Hugo Ekitike.

Jeremie Frimpong returned from injury against West Ham, and could start against Wolves as a way to regain match fitness ahead of the concluding months of the season.

Wolverhampton Wanderers probable starting XI:

Sa; Mosquera, S Bueno, T Gomes; Tchatchoua, A Gomes, J Gomes, H Bueno; Bellegarde, Mane; Armstrong

Liverpool probable starting XI:

Alisson; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Gakpo, Szoboszlai, Salah; ekitike

Wolves will feel little pressure on Tuesday, while Liverpool understands that they must secure points against the league’s bottom club.

Despite some mixed performances, Liverpool’s form has been generally favorable, but while they might find success against their hosts, the encounter is expected to be a challenge.