Wolves suffered their second home defeat in a row to start the Premier League campaign, as late goals from Fabian Schar and Harvey Barnes secured a comeback victory for Newcastle United at Molineux. Despite taking the lead through Mario Lemina before the break, Wolves were unable to hold on as Schar and Barnes found the back of the net with two exceptional strikes.
The winless start to the season has raised concerns about defensive vulnerabilities within the Wolves squad, although there were glimpses of quality from players like Sam Johnstone on his home debut. Johnstone made crucial saves and showcased his abilities, despite being unable to prevent the late goals that condemned his team to defeat.
Defensively, Nelson Semedo and Yerson Mosquera showed promise but were ultimately unable to contain the attacking threat posed by Newcastle. Craig Dawson, despite his usual efforts with blocks and clearances, found himself unfortunate as his deflection led to Schar’s stunning long-range goal.
In midfield, Andre made a positive home debut before sustaining an injury, and Joao Gomes continued to impress with his contributions both in attack and defense. Mario Lemina’s leadership and attacking prowess were evident as he got on the scoresheet and drove his teammates forward.
The partnership between Matheus Cunha and Jørgen Strand Larsen provided moments of promise in the attacking third, with Cunha coming close to equalizing late in the game. However, substitutes like Hee-Chan Hwang and Matt Doherty failed to make the desired impact, highlighting the need for depth and options off the bench.
Looking ahead, young prospect Pedro Lima could be a potential inclusion for the next fixture against Aston Villa, as Wolves aim to turn their early-season form around and secure their first win of the campaign. Despite the disappointment of back-to-back home defeats, there are positives to be taken from individual performances, and Wolves will be looking to bounce back strongly in their upcoming matches.
