Alious**Munetsi Makes Strong Wolves Debut as Pereira Praises His Impact in Blackburn Win**
Wolves enjoyed a successful outing at Ewood Park, overcoming a sluggish start to secure an impressive win, with several standout performances catching the eye. Vitor Pereira once again opted for a strong starting lineup, sticking with the core that performed well against Bristol City.
New signing Marshall Munetsi began the match on the bench alongside Nasser Djiga, but the Zimbabwean midfielder was called into action in the second half. His debut was met with enthusiasm from Wolves fans, and post-match, Pereira shared his thoughts on Munetsi’s performance.
**Pereira Lauds Munetsi’s Versatility and Physical Presence**
Pereira deployed João Gomes and Jean-Ricner Bellegarde as the starting midfield duo, both putting in solid shifts. However, around the 60-minute mark, Munetsi replaced Bellegarde, injecting fresh energy into the midfield.
Although primarily a holding midfielder, Munetsi showcased his attacking instincts, frequently pushing forward and even finding himself in goal-scoring positions. He had a couple of decent chances, including a headed effort following a brilliant cross from Rodrigo Gomes.
Pereira was full of praise for Munetsi, highlighting both his physicality and versatility:
*”He’s a transition midfielder with the physicality to break forward, score, and then track back to defend. That’s the type of player I really appreciate. He’s a midfielder who naturally scores goals—his record speaks for itself.”*
Speaking further to the club’s official website, Pereira added:
*”He’s a strong player. All three of our new signings this window bring physical strength, and they’ll add a lot to the squad. It’s a long season, and they’re going to help us in a big way.”*
**A Promising Start with Big Potential**
Munetsi’s debut against Blackburn hinted at the qualities he’ll bring to Wolves moving forward. His physical presence in midfield is undeniable, but it’s his ability to contribute offensively that really stood out. Pereira’s decision to give him license to push higher up the pitch suggests the manager sees untapped attacking potential.
Coming from French side Reims, where he built a reputation for being a box-to-box threat, Munetsi looks poised to challenge the likes of Gomes, Bellegarde, and André for a regular starting spot. His arrival adds depth and competition to the squad, giving Wolves an extra edge as they approach the second half of the season.
If his debut is anything to go by, Wolves fans can expect big things from their new No. 5 in the months ahead.
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