AliousWolves Seek Redemption Against Leicester as Controversial Ref Returns to VAR Hotseat
A lot has changed in just four months, and nowhere is that more evident than in the lead-up to Wolves’ clash with already-relegated Leicester City this weekend.
Back in December, Leicester sat above Wolves in the Premier League table, and their encounter at the King Power Stadium was considered a relegation six-pointer. Wolves, under new boss Vitor Pereira, made a thunderous statement with a dominant 3-0 win – his first game in charge – which kickstarted their remarkable turnaround. Since then, Wolves have surged 17 points clear of the drop zone with eight wins, including an impressive 1-0 triumph over Manchester United last Sunday, stretching their current winning streak to five.
In stark contrast, Leicester have endured a catastrophic collapse, failing to win in their last 12 games and tumbling into the Championship. Now, as Wolves look to extend their red-hot form and possibly climb as high as 13th in the standings, all eyes turn to Sunday’s match at Molineux — and not just for the football.
**Graham Scott Back in the Spotlight for Wolves Clash**
The Premier League has confirmed that referee Sam Barrott will officiate the game, with Graham Scott handling VAR duties — a name that instantly rings alarm bells for Wolves supporters.
Scott’s history with Wolves is a fraught one. He has been involved in 12 of their matches via VAR, including last season’s FA Cup quarter-final defeat to Coventry. But it’s his role in the controversial Carabao Cup defeat to Nottingham Forest in January 2023 that has left a lasting sting.
That night, Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves fumed over Scott’s refusal to award a penalty after Matheus Nunes was seemingly tripped in the box. With VAR unavailable, the decision stood — prompting a furious post-match rant from Neves, who accused Scott of double standards in how fouls are judged inside the area. “Do we need to start breaking legs to get a penalty?” he asked in frustration, pointing out Nunes’ ripped boot as proof of contact.
Now, with Scott once again involved — this time via VAR — Wolves fans are wary of history repeating itself. With a top-half finish still within reach and the momentum of five straight wins behind them, Pereira and his squad will be hoping for a smooth, controversy-free afternoon as they aim to end the season in style.
All eyes will be on the pitch — and the VAR booth.
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