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Wolverhampton Wanderers have experienced a remarkable turnaround in recent months, moving clear of the relegation mire that once threatened to engulf their season. The driving force behind this resurgence? Vitor Pereira – a managerial appointment that is proving both wise and transformative.
When Gary O’Neil was dismissed in December following a dispiriting home defeat to Ipswich Town, Wolves were languishing in 19th place and the outlook was bleak. However, Pereira’s arrival has sparked a renaissance at Molineux. Under his stewardship, the team has climbed out of danger and now sits 12 points above the drop zone, reigniting belief among supporters.
What has set Pereira apart isn’t just the results—it’s the manner in which he’s galvanized the club. His passionate approach, meticulous preparation, and evident love for the game have struck a chord with fans. That admiration deepened following the release of a new club interview, recorded last month, in which Pereira offered a revealing glimpse into the mindset and work ethic that define his managerial style.
In the interview, Pereira spoke of his relentless dedication to the sport. “To be special in some area, we need to work, work and work and work and work,” he repeated with conviction, illustrating the obsessive commitment that fuels his daily routine. He described how he studies football from morning to night—watching games, analyzing patterns, creating drills, and designing new dynamics to implement on the training ground. “I study more than my three sons,” he joked, referring to his 28, 26, and 24-year-old children.
His pursuit of excellence isn’t a recent development. Pereira recalled a time when, as a teacher, he would lock himself in a classroom during pay strikes, losing track of time while engrossed in creating coaching materials. “If you do something with this passion, you must achieve something. Something special,” he said, embodying the very ethos that now defines Wolves’ turnaround.
The interview not only highlighted his tactical depth and ceaseless innovation, but also revealed his humility and gratitude for the opportunity to manage in the Premier League. Having long dreamed of leading a team in England’s top division, Pereira is determined to make it count.
His authenticity, intense focus, and clear vision suggest that Wolves may have found more than a manager—they may have found a true leader. It’s now up to the club’s owners, Fosun, to recognize the potential in front of them and give Pereira the support he needs to take Wolves to even greater heights.
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