Wolverhampton Wanderers face a pivotal moment in their season this Wednesday as they host Nottingham Forest at Molineux in a Premier League encounter of immense significance for the struggling home side.
Pressure Mounts at the Bottom of the Table
The situation is becoming increasingly desperate for Wolves and their new head coach, Rob Edwards. The club remains rooted to the foot of the Premier League table with a meagre two points from their opening 13 matches. If Edwards is to replicate a survival miracle similar to his time at Luton Town, a positive result must come soon.
This midweek fixture presents one of their most presentable opportunities. Their opponents, Nottingham Forest, sit 16th and have also spent much of the campaign in the relegation zone. Forest's form has improved under new manager Sean Dyche, notably with a stunning 3-0 win at Liverpool, but Wolves will still view this as a winnable game on home soil.
Defensive Decisions for Edwards
Edwards is likely to freshen his team following a narrow 1-0 derby defeat at Aston Villa just three days prior. A major decision surrounds defender Ladislav Krejci. The Czech international, on loan from Girona, has been solid but missed the Villa trip with a minor injury. His return to fitness would be a welcome boost.
In goal, Sam Johnstone is expected to continue after reclaiming the number one jersey from Jose Sa. Captain Toti Gomes and Emmanuel Agbadou are predicted to join Krejci in a back three. At wing-back, David Moller Wolfe should keep his place on the left, with Jackson Tchatchoua on the right.
Attack Sees Potential Rotation
The midfield axis of Brazilian duo Joao Gomes and Andre is set to continue, tasked with controlling the game's tempo. Up front, Jorgen Strand Larsen remains Wolves' top scorer this season with three goals and is favoured to lead the line.
A key change could see Marshall Munetsi recalled on the right flank. He was dropped for the Villa game, where Jhon Arias started but failed to score, extending his wait for a first Wolves goal. Jean-Ricner Bellegarde is likely to continue on the left with Rodrigo Gomes still injured, while Fer Lopez remains out of contention.
Wolves' full predicted starting line-up (3-4-3): Johnstone; Toti Gomes, Agbadou, Krejci; Moller Wolfe, Joao Gomes, Andre, Tchatchoua; Bellegarde, Strand Larsen, Munetsi.
