Wolverhampton Wanderers found themselves on the wrong end of a 5-3 thrashing by Brentford this past weekend, continuing their poor run that has seen them collect just one point from their first seven Premier League matches. Despite this, insiders at GIVEMESPORT have disclosed that manager Gary O’Neil will receive the opportunity to showcase his capabilities in the upcoming games leading to the international break in November, followed by a series of more favorable fixtures aimed at lifting the team from the relegation zone.
The defeat against Brentford marked Wolves’ fourth consecutive league loss, as the Bees struck early within 75 seconds, putting the Midlands side on the back foot. With only one point in hand, Wolves currently sit three points adrift of safety with a challenging goal difference. Nonetheless, sources suggest that O’Neil will be given the chance to reverse their fortunes.
Insiders at Wolves express confidence that the upcoming matches against Brighton, Crystal Palace, and Southampton before the international break will be pivotal in determining O’Neil’s ability to steer the team in a positive direction. Subsequent fixtures against teams like Bournemouth, Everton, West Ham United, Ipswich Town, and Leicester City will be crucial in the team’s bid to climb up the standings. The management stresses that O’Neil’s performance cannot be solely judged based on the tough matchups he has faced thus far.
Despite their disappointing season, club officials maintain strong support for O’Neil, viewing him as one of the most promising young managers in English football. Except for a heavy defeat to Chelsea, Wolves have been competitive in their matches, with faith intact in O’Neil’s vision for the team at Molineux.
There is a prevailing belief that changing the manager and their philosophy midseason might not yield the desired results, considering O’Neil’s overall performance. The owners are eager to see their trust in O’Neil rewarded, hinting at a potential contract extension for stability and long-term planning.
Although enduring a tough period, there are still positive signs for Wolves, particularly in their attacking prowess, offering a glimmer of hope amid the challenges they face.
With Manchester City, the reigning champions, visiting Molineux next, Wolves are set to conclude a challenging stretch of fixtures. Meeting the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, and Liverpool in their initial six matches set a steep initial hurdle for Wolves. Securing at least a point against Newcastle and Liverpool was well-deserved but elusive, potentially lifting them in the standings.
Although a disappointing 5-3 loss to Brentford occurred recently, a 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest, an unexpected competitor, offers Wolves assurance that they can collect favorable outcomes against lower-ranked opponents. An urgent matter for the team is addressing their defense; conceding 21 goals at this juncture translates to an average of three goals per game, a rate that is unsustainable, particularly when compared to the next-worst defences—Southampton and Everton, each conceding fifteen goals. However, their position as the highest-scoring team in the bottom eight signifies that Wolves possess the ability to make an impact offensively moving forward.
