Wolves lost 2-1 to Ipswich Town at Molineux Stadium and are six points away from relegation, moving closer to the Premier League relegation zone.
Ipswich took an early lead through Matt Doherty’s own goal before Matheus Cunha equalized in the 72nd minute, but their efforts were undone by conceding another set-piece goal. The goal, which came in the 94th minute, sealed all three Ipswich defeats. point.
Things came to a boil after the final whistle, when Rayan Ait-Nouri received a second yellow card after the final whistle to end Wolves’ poor run.
All of this culminated in the sacking of Gary O’Neill, something some Wolves players in particular may feel responsible for.
Aite Nouri’s performance against Ipswich Town
Aite Nouri is largely regarded as one of Wolves’ most important players and his performance in the lead-up to Ipswich’s winner showed why. The 23-year-old Won eight of ten ground duelsMade four tackles in the game, completed his only dribble attempt and completed a key pass.
However, he will be suspended for the next game after the final whistle, which will become another obstacle for Wolves management as they must now also search for a new head coach.
With the Old Gold already missing defenders such as Jessen Mosquera to injury, their defense will need to recalibrate to account for Ait Nouri’s suspension.
Fortunately for them, they signed an extremely talented young and dynamic defender this summer who can finally be unleashed in the Premier League.
Wolves’ replacement for Rayan Ait Nouri
Wolves sign 17-year-old Brazilian defender Pedro Lima Cost approximately £8.5 million Sporting Recife beat Chelsea to sign the youngster during the summer transfer window.
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Lima, now 18 years old, is only Made two appearances since joining the clubTwo cup appearances but yet to make his Premier League debut.
But with Ait Nouri now set to miss the game against Leicester City through suspension, Wolves will have to reshuffle their backline, giving them the perfect opportunity to finally unleash their teenage sensation in the Premier League, Adds extra technical quality to the team.
Ait-Nouri vs Doherty comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
Statistics (per 90 minutes) | Ait-Nuri | Doherty |
Target | 0.19 | 0.13 |
Assist | 0.19 | 0.13 |
progressive carry | 1.84 | 1.02 |
Progressive Pass | 3.49 | 3.06 |
Total shots on goal | 1.07 | 1.01 |
key pass | 0.92 | 1.02 |
Create the action of the shot | 2.30 | 1.84 |
Tackle | 2.57 | 2.04 |
intercept | 1.01 | 1.01 |
Statistics taken from FB reference | ||
Metrics this season show the creative impact Wolves full-backs have on games, with both players contributing more than one shot per 90 seconds and creating more than four chances between them every 90 seconds, both in their own positions Demonstrated good progress data for all stages of the participating parties.
Lima will need to replicate this, being able to push forward and provide creativity in the final third while also being able to drop deep and get involved defensively, something he has shown signs of in his two appearances for Wolves this season . English Football League Cup.
As Ait Nouri gathered a lot of Interest from top six clubs including Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelseathis will be a great opportunity to unleash Lima and see how he performs with the rest of the team. It also gives them a chance to see if Doherty on the left can be effective long-term if Ait Nouri leaves.
Molineux side Deal in talks to hire Vitor Pereirait must be something he tries immediately upon entering.
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