Premier League Regular Season - 35
Wolves 1 - 1 FT Sunderland
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
N. Mukiele (G. Xhaka) 17'
D. Ballard 24'
B. Brobbey 45'+2
HT
46' ↓ Pedro Lima ↑R. Gomes
54' S. Bueno (H. Bueno)
G. Xhaka 56'
↓ N. Sadiki ↑H. Diarra 72'
↓ R. Mandava ↑D. Cirkin 72'
↓ B. Brobbey ↑W. Isidor 72'
78' ↓ H. Bueno ↑A. Gomes
D. Cirkin 81'
R. Roefs 90'+2
90'+3 ↓ T. Arokodare ↑T. Edozie
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Wolves
Goalkeepers
Daniel Bentley 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Yerson Mosquera 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Santiago Bueno 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Toti Gomes 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Pedro Lima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
André 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
67%
Pass Acc
João Gomes 
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
59
Passes
12
Duels
Hugo Bueno 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Forwards
Mateus Mané
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Adam Armstrong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tolu Arokodare
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Josh Gracey 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Rodrigo Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matt Doherty
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Möller Wolfe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jackson Tchatchoua
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Angel Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Ricner Bellegarde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tom Edozie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hwang Hee-chan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sunderland
Goalkeepers
Robin Roefs
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Nordi Mukiele
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Daniel Ballard 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
4.3
Rating
Omar Alderete
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Reinildo Mandava
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Midfielders
Granit Xhaka
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
42%
Pass Acc
Noah Sadiki
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Trai Hume
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Enzo Le Fée
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chemsdine Talbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Brian Brobbey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
BENCH
Melker Ellborg
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Dennis Cirkin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lutsharel Geertruida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Habib Diarra
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Luke O'Nien
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chris Rigg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wilson Isidor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jocelin Ta Bi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eliezer Mayenda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2025 | Sunderland | 2 - 0 | Wolves | Premier League | Stadium of Light |
| 05/06/2018 | Sunderland | 3 - 0 | Wolves | Championship | Stadium of Light |
| 12/09/2017 | Wolves | 0 - 0 | Sunderland | Championship | Molineux Stadium |
| 04/14/2012 | Sunderland | 0 - 0 | Wolves | Premier League | Stadium of Light (Sunderland) |
| 12/04/2011 | Wolves | 2 - 1 | Sunderland | Premier League | Molineux Stadium (Wolverhampton, West Midlands) |
| 05/14/2011 | Sunderland | 1 - 3 | Wolves | Premier League | Stadium of Light (Sunderland) |
| 11/27/2010 | Wolves | 3 - 2 | Sunderland | Premier League | Molineux Stadium (Wolverhampton, West Midlands) |
10/18/2025
05/06/2018
12/09/2017
04/14/2012
12/04/2011
05/14/2011
11/27/2010
Wolves Win
Sunderland Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 35 GD: +41
P: 35 GD: +40
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: 0
P: 35 GD: -5
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -2
P: 35 GD: -5
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -2
P: 35 GD: -9
P: 35 GD: -19
P: 35 GD: -36
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 37 | 82 | 69 | 26 | +43 | |
| 2 | Manchester City | 37 | 78 | 76 | 33 | +43 | |
| 3 | Manchester United | 37 | 68 | 66 | 50 | +16 | |
| 4 | Aston Villa | 37 | 62 | 54 | 48 | +6 | |
| 5 | Liverpool | 37 | 59 | 62 | 52 | +10 | |
| 6 | Bournemouth | 37 | 56 | 57 | 53 | +4 | |
| 7 | Brighton | 37 | 53 | 52 | 43 | +9 | |
| 8 | Chelsea | 37 | 52 | 57 | 50 | +7 | |
| 9 | Brentford | 37 | 52 | 54 | 51 | +3 | |
| 10 | Sunderland | 37 | 51 | 40 | 47 | -7 | |
| 11 | Newcastle | 37 | 49 | 53 | 53 | 0 | |
| 12 | Everton | 37 | 49 | 47 | 49 | -2 | |
| 13 | Fulham | 37 | 49 | 45 | 51 | -6 | |
| 14 | Leeds | 37 | 47 | 49 | 53 | -4 | |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 37 | 45 | 40 | 49 | -9 | |
| 16 | Nottingham Forest | 37 | 43 | 47 | 50 | -3 | |
| 17 | Tottenham | 37 | 38 | 47 | 57 | -10 | |
| 18 | West Ham | 37 | 36 | 43 | 65 | -22 | |
| 19 | Burnley | 37 | 21 | 37 | 74 | -37 | |
| 20 | Wolves | 37 | 19 | 26 | 67 | -41 |
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +16
P: 37 GD: +6
P: 37 GD: +10
P: 37 GD: +4
P: 37 GD: +9
P: 37 GD: +7
P: 37 GD: +3
P: 37 GD: -7
P: 37 GD: 0
P: 37 GD: -2
P: 37 GD: -6
P: 37 GD: -4
P: 37 GD: -9
P: 37 GD: -3
P: 37 GD: -10
P: 37 GD: -22
P: 37 GD: -37
P: 37 GD: -41
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Ten-Man Sunderland Survive Molineux Siege as Wolves Settle for a Draw
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 65/100. A chaotic red card redefined this contest, turning a balanced affair into a relentless but ultimately fruitless siege for the desperate hosts.
Early Shocks and High Drama
The early exchanges at Molineux promised fireworks, and the visitors delivered the first blow. Just 17 minutes in, G. Xhaka picked out N. Mukiele, who fired Sunderland into an early lead. The Stakes were massive for a Wolves side languishing at the bottom of the table, but the true chaos erupted shortly after. In the 24th minute, D. Ballard saw a straight red for unsportsmanlike conduct. That single reckless moment sent the Intensity levels soaring and fundamentally shifted the tactical landscape, forcing the visitors into a desperate rearguard action for the remaining hour of play.
The Turning Point: The Molineux Siege
With a man advantage, the hosts controlled possession and pinned Sunderland deep in their own half. A barrage of 20 shots turned the penalty area into a shooting gallery, testing the visitors' resolve. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 54th minute. H. Bueno orchestrated the move, feeding S. Bueno, who dispatched the equaliser with ruthless efficiency. This pivotal strike restored the Balance on the scoreboard, but the momentum was entirely gold and black. Sunderland's makeshift defence had to absorb waves of pressure, relying on six crucial saves to keep their shape intact amidst the onslaught.
A Frustrating Conclusion
Despite throwing everything forward, the hosts simply could not find a winner. A 1-1 draw does little to ease the agonizing reality of their season; sitting 20th in the table with merely four games remaining, the Championship beckons. The Black Cats, conversely, will view this point as a triumph of sheer willpower. Surviving over an hour a man down requires tremendous grit, and their defensive resilience was the ultimate difference-maker. For the home crowd, it was a story of missed opportunities—dominating the ball and the shot count, yet failing to deliver the finishing blow when it mattered most.
Key Questions
How did the red card for D. Ballard impact the match?
Ballard's 24th-minute dismissal forced Sunderland into a defensive block, handing Wolves control of possession and leading to a relentless 20-shot barrage.
What made Santiago Bueno the Man of the Match?
He anchored the backline while pushing forward to score the crucial 54th-minute equaliser, earning a stellar 9.2 rating.
What does this mean for Wolves's season?
Dropping points at home leaves them stranded in 20th place, effectively sealing their dismal fate in the relegation battle.
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.
Desperation at Molineux: A Final Stand
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 67/100. The hosts are fighting for their Premier League lives, making this clash against a comfortable mid-table side an absolutely vital watch for relegation drama.
The Setup
Heading into this crucial May 02, 2026 fixture at Molineux Stadium, Wolves sit dead last in the standings. Their dismal home record paints a bleak picture, reflected in a dangerously low Form rating. They need heroic performances from the likes of João Gomes in midfield and J. Strand Larsen up front to salvage any lingering hope. In stark contrast, Sunderland travel south sitting comfortably in twelfth. While the visitors boast talents like H. Diarra, the sheer Stakes for the home side dictate the narrative here. Despite the wide point disparity, a high Balance rating suggests the match could be tighter than expected, easily making up for a lack of global Stars.
Key Battle
The tactical fight comes down to the home midfield against the visitors' quick transitions. A desperate home side must push men forward to chase the win, inevitably leaving a vulnerable back line exposed to blistering counter-attacks. If the away team breaks the initial press, the hosts are in serious trouble.
Our Prediction
The visitors are favorites for a reason. We expect the away side to absorb heavy, frantic pressure early on before ruthlessly exploiting the gaps. A late counter-attack goal should seal a dramatic victory for Sunderland, plunging the hosts further into despair.