NafisaWolves Eye Third Successive Victory Under Pereira Against Spurs
Wolves are heading into today’s Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur brimming with confidence, aiming to make it three wins in a row under new manager Vitor Pereira.
The Wanderers find themselves in north London, hoping to continue their remarkable resurgence since Pereira’s appointment just 10 days ago. In that short time, the Portuguese coach has seemingly transformed the team, overseeing impressive victories over Leicester City and Manchester United. Wolves scored twice in both matches and, crucially, managed back-to-back clean sheets—something that had been a glaring weakness earlier in the season.
Defensive solidity has been a hallmark of Pereira’s early reign, offering Wolves fans a glimmer of hope as they look to climb out of the relegation-threatened zone. Optimism is high as they prepare to face a Tottenham side grappling with a growing injury crisis. Despite this, pundit Chris Sutton remains unconvinced Wolves will extend their winning streak, predicting a 2-1 Spurs victory.
Chris Sutton Predicts Wolves’ Winning Run Will End
While Wolves have the upper hand historically, having won four of their last five meetings with Spurs, Sutton believes Tottenham will bounce back. Speaking to BBC Sport, he explained his reasoning:
“It definitely does not help that he [Postecoglou] is so short of fit centre-backs at the moment and, overall, says this is the worst injury crisis he has ever faced as a manager,” said Sutton.
“Ange is just going to have to get on with it, but this game looks a lot tougher than it might have done a couple of weeks ago. Wolves have won their first two matches under new manager Vitor Pereira and, after shipping a load of goals under Gary O’Neil, they kept two clean sheets too.
“I am still backing Spurs here though, despite their defensive issues. They did not score against Forest but had some decent chances and, at home, I think they will find a way to win.”
Wolves’ Confidence vs Spurs’ Vulnerability
Last season’s corresponding fixture ended in a 2-1 victory for Wolves, with Joao Gomes bagging both goals, including a memorable header. This time, Wolves are banking on their newfound defensive resilience and the attacking threat posed by Matheus Cunha and Jorgen Strand Larsen to unsettle a makeshift Spurs backline.
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou is currently without key players such as Micky van de Ven (hamstring), Cristian Romero (quad), and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario (foot), forcing the Australian to field a patched-up defence. For Wolves, this is an opportunity to exploit Spurs’ vulnerability and pile on the pressure.
A Crucial Opportunity for Wolves to Keep Momentum
With Pereira’s tactical tweaks paying dividends, Wolves have begun to display a level of cohesion and discipline previously missing this season. If they can maintain their defensive shape and feed Cunha in dangerous areas, they stand an excellent chance of coming away with all three points.
Cunha’s availability is a major boost for Wolves. The Brazilian forward, who has been charged by the FA following an incident after the Ipswich Town game, remains eligible to play and will be eager to make an impact. His skill and dynamism could prove too much for a Spurs side riddled with absences.
Spurs Remain Unpredictable
Under Postecoglou, Tottenham have proven to be an unpredictable outfit. While they’ve demonstrated they can beat the best in the league, they’ve also struggled against sides lower down the table. Wolves, currently near the bottom, will hope to capitalise on this inconsistency.
The stakes are high for both teams, but for Wolves, it’s not just about the points—it’s about building on the momentum they’ve started under Pereira. If they can overcome Tottenham today, it will send a clear message that Wolves are on the rise once more.
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