Wolves star says ‘people have been doubting me’ recently – He’s proven them wrong emphatically “I don’t care [if goal took a deflection], the ball went in anyway”.

Wolves notched consecutive victories for just the second time under Vitor Pereira, edging out West Ham in their latest Premier League outing.

A first-half goal from Jorgen Strand Larsen, aided by a fortunate deflection, sealed the deal at Molineux, handing the Old Gold three vital points and offering fresh insights into their triumph over the Hammers.

Remarkably, this marks two straight wins without their star man Matheus Cunha, who was sidelined in the stands, serving the second-to-last match of his suspension on Tuesday night.

Cunha, a 25-year-old brimming with individual flair, watched as some Wolves fans openly questioned his necessity to the squad.

While his talent is undeniable, his absence has spotlighted the team’s ability to thrive collectively, paving the way for another player to step up. Enter Jorgen Strand Larsen, whose recent form has turned heads and silenced skeptics.

The Norwegian striker endured a seven-game dry spell before breaking through with a brace against Southampton, a moment that seemed to unlock his confidence.

Against West Ham, he added another well-executed strike, bringing his season tally to double digits. Reflecting on his journey via BBC Sport, Strand Larsen shrugged off the deflection that aided his latest goal:

“I don’t care—the ball went in, and that’s what counts. I’m happy either way.” He acknowledged the doubters who’ve questioned him lately, adding, “Ten goals is always the target for a striker, and we’ve got eight games left.

It’s nice to prove people wrong. Today I got a bit lucky, but that’s football.”
Strand Larsen’s debut Premier League campaign has been a revelation, especially with three goals in his last two outings.

His resurgence has earned him a place among Wolves’ elite, becoming only the fifth player in the club’s history to hit double figures in the competition.

The Molineux faithful have been spoiled with prolific forwards in recent years—Raul Jimenez, the club’s all-time Premier League top scorer with 40 goals, leads the pack, followed by the likes of Steven Fletcher and Cunha.

Strand Larsen’s inclusion in this exclusive group is a testament to his impact, and at 25, he’s got time to chase down Jimenez’s record.

For Wolves, the back-to-back wins signal a growing resilience, even without Cunha’s magic. Strand Larsen’s rise has not only filled the void but also shifted the narrative—proving the team can adapt and excel, with the towering Norwegian leading the charge.