Premier League Regular Season - 29
Wolves 2 - 1 FT Liverpool
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
R. Gravenberch 22'
HT
↓ R. Gravenberch ↑C. Jones 46'
59' ↓ A. Armstrong ↑T. Arokodare
60' ↓ A. Gomes ↑J. Bellegarde
60' ↓ M. Doherty ↑Y. Mosquera
↓ M. Kerkez ↑A. Robertson 65'
↓ C. Gakpo ↑R. Ngumoha 65'
69' Joao Gomes
70' ↓ M. Mane ↑R. Gomes
↓ J. Frimpong ↑J. Gomez 72'
78' R. Gomes (T. Arokodare)
↓ I. Konate ↑F. Chiesa 79'
81' ↓ D. M. Wolfe ↑H. Bueno
M. Salah 83'
90' S. Bueno
90'+4 Andre (J. Tchatchoua)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Wolves
Goalkeepers
José Sá 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Matt Doherty 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
60
Entry
Santiago Bueno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ladislav Krejčí
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Jackson Tchatchoua 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Mateus Mané
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
André 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.6
Rating
João Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Möller Wolfe
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
81
Entry
Forwards
Angel Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Adam Armstrong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
59
Entry
BENCH
Sam Johnstone 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yerson Mosquera 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Hugo Bueno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Toti Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro Lima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Gomes 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Jean-Ricner Bellegarde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tolu Arokodare 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
37
Minutes
6.9
Rating
Hee-Chan Hwang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Liverpool
Goalkeepers
Alisson 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Jeremie Frimpong
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Ibrahima Konaté
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Virgil van Dijk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miloš Kerkez
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Ryan Gravenberch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Alexis Mac Allister
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Mohamed Salah
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Dominik Szoboszlai 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
75%
Pass Acc
Cody Gakpo
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Hugo Ekitiké
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Giorgi Mamardashvili
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Joe Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrew Robertson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Calvin Ramsay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Curtis Jones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
52
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Trey Nyoni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kieran Morrison
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Federico Chiesa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Ngumoha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2025 | Liverpool | 2 - 1 | Wolves | Premier League | Anfield |
| 02/16/2025 | Liverpool | 2 - 1 | Wolves | Premier League | Anfield |
| 09/28/2024 | Wolves | 1 - 2 | Liverpool | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 05/19/2024 | Liverpool | 2 - 0 | Wolves | Premier League | Anfield |
| 09/16/2023 | Wolves | 1 - 3 | Liverpool | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 03/01/2023 | Liverpool | 2 - 0 | Wolves | Premier League | Anfield |
Wolves Win
Liverpool Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 29 GD: +37
P: 29 GD: +32
P: 29 GD: +11
P: 29 GD: +5
P: 29 GD: +19
P: 29 GD: +9
P: 29 GD: +4
P: 29 GD: +1
P: 29 GD: -2
P: 29 GD: -3
P: 29 GD: -4
P: 29 GD: -1
P: 29 GD: -2
P: 29 GD: +2
P: 29 GD: -11
P: 29 GD: -7
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -19
P: 29 GD: -26
League Standings
P: 35 GD: +41
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 35 GD: +15
P: 35 GD: +12
P: 35 GD: +4
P: 35 GD: +3
P: 35 GD: +6
P: 35 GD: +7
P: 35 GD: +6
P: 35 GD: -5
P: 34 GD: 0
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -2
P: 35 GD: -5
P: 34 GD: -6
P: 35 GD: -2
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -19
P: 35 GD: -36
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Molineux Miracle for the Underdogs
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 71/100. Wolves defied every statistical probability to secure a vital lifeline in their fight against the drop, punishing a wasteful Liverpool side in the dying moments.
The Siege of Molineux
From the outset, Liverpool established a suffocating rhythm, pinning the home side deep within their own territory. The Intensity was relentless as the visitors dominated possession with a commanding 66% share, carving out 19 total shots in a desperate bid to cement their European aspirations. However, they found a brick wall in José Sá, whose five critical saves kept the bottom-of-the-table hosts alive when the pressure seemed unbearable. Despite the massive gap in the standings, Wolves displayed an organized defensive block that frustrated the creative engines of the Merseysiders, turning the first hour into a tactical stalemate where the Reds' dominance yielded plenty of corners but zero breakthroughs.
A Twelve-Minute Whirlwind
The match exploded into life in the final quarter, shifting the Balance of the encounter entirely. The introduction of R. Gomes proved to be a masterstroke, as the substitute found the net in the 78th minute following a brilliant setup by T. Arokodare. The lead was short-lived, however, as the inevitable M. Salah struck back just five minutes later to restore parity. The goal flurry showcased the unpredictable nature of this contest, as a game that had been a one-sided attacking siege suddenly transformed into a frantic, end-to-end shootout. Every Liverpool corner—11 in total—felt like a threat, yet the home side refused to buckle under the weight of the giants' expectations.
The Desperate Heist
Just as the points looked destined to be shared, André produced a moment of pure magic in the 90th minute. Assisted by J. Tchatchoua, his strike triggered a massive Upset Factor that few saw coming given the 49% probability gap between the two sides. The Stakes could not have been higher for the home crowd; while they remain 14 points from safety, this victory represents a monumental shift in morale. For Liverpool, the defeat is a damaging blow to their continental ambitions, leaving them to rue a missed opportunity where they owned the pitch but failed to own the scoreboard. As the whistle blew, Molineux celebrated a famous victory that proved statistics don't always tell the whole story.
Key Questions
How did Liverpool pull off this shock result?
Liverpool actually suffered a shock 2-1 defeat; they dominated with 19 shots and 66% possession but were undone by Wolves' clinical finishing and late heroics.
What made André the Man of the Match?
André earned an 8.6 rating by scoring the dramatic 90th-minute winner, completing a historic upset against one of the league's top sides.
How dramatic was the late winner by André?
Incredibly dramatic; his strike came in the 90th minute, just seven minutes after Salah had equalized, securing all three points for the bottom-placed team.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A Mismatch at Molineux Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 45/100. Wolves face a mountain to climb at Molineux Stadium against a Liverpool side possessing too much firepower for the Premier League’s basement club.
The Setup
The situation for Wolves has reached a critical point as we hit March 03, 2026. Rooted to the bottom of the table with a dismal one win in 28 matches, their survival hopes are fading fast. A Form rating reflecting four losses in their last five games highlights a side lacking confidence at both ends of the pitch. Conversely, Liverpool arrives in the West Midlands with a squad boasting an elite Stars rating. With world-class talents like A. Isak and F. Wirtz, the Reds are heavy favorites to secure three points and maintain their push for the top four. The Stakes for the visitors are about European qualification, but for the hosts, every minute is now a fight for their top-flight life.
Key Battle
The match will likely be defined by a tactical struggle between Liverpool’s creative engine and Wolves’ defensive desperation. Expect A. Mac Allister to dictate the tempo from midfield, seeking to thread passes through a compact home block. Wolves will have to rely on a disciplined collective defensive effort to survive the waves of pressure. With Alisson currently in top form between the sticks for the visitors, any rare counter-attacking opportunities for the home side will need to be clinical to stand any chance of an upset.
Our Prediction
This looks like a routine night for the visitors. We expected a controlled performance from Liverpool where their individual quality simply overwhelms the league's bottom side. Wolves’ defense has been leaky all season, and against an attack featuring Dominik Szoboszlai, they are unlikely to hold firm for 90 minutes. A comfortable away win is our take, as the gap in Balance between the two squads is far too wide to bridge.