Wolves Manager Rob Edwards Jokes About Provoking Liverpool's Anger
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Rob Edwards has humorously hinted that his team's dramatic 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Molineux might have left the Premier League champions "angry" ahead of their upcoming FA Cup clash. The two sides are set to meet again in the Black Country this Friday for a place in the quarter-finals of the prestigious domestic cup competition.
Late Winner Seals Memorable Premier League Triumph
Liverpool, the current title holders, suffered their ninth defeat of the campaign in a thrilling encounter that saw Wolves secure all three points with a stoppage-time winner. The match unfolded with Rodrigo Gomes opening the scoring for the home side, only for Mohamed Salah to equalize for Liverpool. However, Andre Trindade's deflected effort in added time clinched a memorable victory for Wolves, marking the seventh time this season that Liverpool have conceded a late goal.
Edwards Reflects on the Victory and Upcoming Cup Tie
In his post-match comments, Edwards expressed both excitement and caution about the result. "It's not great for my heart, I don't think, but I could get used to it, it's a really good feeling," he said. He elaborated on the team's strategy, noting that being level at halftime was part of their plan, as Wolves have shown strength in the second half of games recently. "We have been growing generally in the second half of games anyway, put more pressure on them and they open up and that was how it went," Edwards explained.
Looking ahead to the FA Cup rematch, Edwards joked, "We've probably made them quite angry now!" He emphasized the importance of taking each game as it comes, stating that the team aims to win every match despite the challenges. "You see how good Liverpool are and we had to ride our luck at times. Things went for us tonight," he admitted, while also highlighting the need to savor such moments against top opposition.
Celebrations and Respect for the Opposition
Edwards lost himself in celebration after the late winner, describing it as a moment to relish. "It's Liverpool, you've seen how good they are, they were champions last year, you've got to savour these moments," he said. He continued, "It's lovely, long may the celebrations carry on. It's Liverpool Football Club and any time you beat them, you've got to savour the moment."
Despite the jubilation, Edwards showed respect for Liverpool, acknowledging their status as a fantastic club with an incredible manager and excellent players. He concluded by reflecting on Wolves' current position and their efforts to turn things around, setting the stage for an exciting and potentially fiery FA Cup encounter this Friday.
