Wolves boss Gary O’Neil watched his team stage a remarkable late comeback against Brighton today, salvaging a draw in the dying moments. Despite the positive outcome, O’Neil couldn’t shake off his frustration with the proceedings.
The Molineux outfit clawed back from a two-goal deficit to secure a crucial point away from home. Yet, Wolves are still chasing their first victory of the season, joining three other struggling Premier League sides in dire need of a breakthrough win.
For loyal Wolves supporters, the result brings a sense of optimism, particularly after midfielder Mario Lemina highlighted the mounting pressure caused by the winless streak among the squad.
However, O’Neil, in a reflective mood, took responsibility for his team’s performance, confessing his tactical missteps against Brighton.
“I’m somewhat disappointed in myself for opting for a five-man defense. While it worked in our previous game against Manchester City, it seemed ill-suited for today’s match with Brighton. Thankfully, we made the necessary adjustments at halftime,” O’Neil shared with the BBC post-match.
“At the 85th minute when Brighton scored their second goal, I braced myself for more challenging inquiries.”
Acknowledging his indebtedness to the players, O’Neil stressed the importance of their relentless efforts on the field, underscoring the need for better outcomes moving forward.
Despite O’Neil’s standing with Wolves’ hierarchy and supporters, the unforgiving nature of football hinges on results, which are currently below expectations.
While the draw against Brighton presents a silver lining, immediate focus must shift to securing a victory in the forthcoming matches. As Wolves approach a third of the season without a win, the urgency to collect points is paramount to stave off a predicament similar to past struggling teams like Sheffield United and Burnley.
Undoubtedly, Wolves must prioritize accumulating points swiftly to avoid a perilous trajectory that could mirror last season’s downfall for other struggling sides.
