AliousWolves Gear Up for Crucial Clash Against In-Form Everton
Wolves return to Molineux
this Saturday for another high-stakes Premier League showdown, as Everton visit in what feels like yet another
cup final in their battle for survival.
After the heartbreak of their FA Cup fifth-round exit—a narrow penalty shootout defeat to AFC Bournemouth Vítor Pereira’s squad must regroup quickly and shift focus back to their league campaign.
Currently sitting five points clear of the relegation zone, Wolves cannot afford to slip up, especially with Ipswich Town and Leicester City capable of closing the gap should they secure positive results against Crystal Palace and Chelsea. With crucial fixtures against the bottom three still to come before the season’s end, extending their buffer is imperative.
Wolves Face a Tough Test Against Resurgent Everton
Everton arrive in fine form under the guidance of David Moyes, who has made a romantic return
to Goodison Park. The Toffees have suffered just one defeat in their last eight Premier League matches—a narrow 1-0 loss to Aston Villa in Moyes’ first game back.
Since then, Everton have been impressive, securing victories against Tottenham Hotspur, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Crystal Palace, earning 13 points from a possible 21.
For Wolves to stand a chance, they must be at their very best. Pereira is expected to field his strongest available lineup, with several key players possibly returning from injury after rejoining training this week.
—
Wolves’ Predicted Lineup vs Everton
With that in mind, here’s how Wolves are expected to line up for this crucial fixture.
Goalkeeper
-José Sá – Pereira’s clear first-choice keeper, with Sam Johnstone playing backup in league matches.
Defense
– RWB: Nélson Semedo A crucial part of Wolves’ setup, providing both defensive stability and attacking threat.
-CB: Matt Doherty Despite missing a decisive penalty in the cup defeat, Doherty has performed well in a makeshift center-back role.
CB: Santi Bueno
Continues to deputize for Emmanuel Agbadou, who has just returned to training.
CB: Toti Gomes – Back from injury and key to Wolves’ defensive structure under Pereira.
LWB: Rayan Aït-Nouri More effective as a wing-back, allowing him to push forward while reducing his defensive exposure.
Midfield
CM: André The deepest-lying midfielder, showing glimpses of the potential Wolves hoped for, though consistency is still needed.
CM: João Gomes Continues to play a vital role in midfield despite intense competition for a starting spot.
Attack
RAM: Pablo SarabiaLikely to start again in Jean-Ricner Bellegarde’s absence, with others like Hwang Hee-Chan and Gonçalo Guedes only just regaining fitness.
LAM: Marshall Munetsi – Has played a fluid role recently and could step in as a temporary replacement for the suspended Matheus Cunha, given his ability to drive forward with the ball.
-ST: Jørgen Strand Larsen – Originally set to play just 70 minutes last weekend but lasted the full 120 in the cup tie—great news as Wolves finally have a natural No. 9 leading the line.
Can Wolves Secure a Vital Win?
With Everton in strong form and Wolves needing to pick themselves up quickly, this Premier League clash could prove decisive in their fight for survival. Pereira will be hoping that his squad can rise to the occasion, avoid further setbacks, and extend their cushion above the drop zone.
Alious
