Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Tottenham
Premier League
Saturday
11th November 2023
Molineux
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Premier League gameweek 12 fixture between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Tottenham.
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Wolverhampton Wanderers form analysis
Wanderers’ recent run of games has showcased impressive performances but a struggle to turn draws into wins. They started with an excellent come from behind 2-1 home win over champions Man City thanks to a Dias own goal and Hee-Chan’s winner. However, problems turning dominance into goals surfaced in their next match – a 1-1 home draw with Villa despite going ahead through Hee-Chan early. This continued away at Bournemouth as they were forced to come from behind to draw 1-1 after a passive first half, with Kalajdzic’s late goal rescuing a point.
Wolves then had to settle for another draw in their next game, fighting back from two goals down at home to draw 2-2 with Newcastle courtesy of goals from Lemina and Hee-Chan. Most recently, familiar issues struck in a 1-2 away defeat at Sheffield United, dominating but made to pay from set pieces despite Bellegarde’s late consolation. Overall, Wolves have performed well but desperately need to improve their productivity in front of goal.
Tottenham form analysis
Tottenham’s recent run of games has showcased their impressive attacking talents but also familiar defensive vulnerabilities holding them back. They started with an excellent come from behind 2-1 home win over Liverpool thanks to goals from Son and a late Matip own goal. However, problems at the back surfaced next game despite edging past Luton 1-0 away where they afforded too many chances before a late own goal.
Back on track, Spurs beat Fulham 2-0 at home courtesy of goals from Son and Maddison. But defensive issues remained in their next match, surrendering chances in a 2-1 away win at Palace. Relying on Ward’s own goal and another Son strike to paper over the cracks. Most recently, familiar problems were punished in a 1-4 home thrashing by Chelsea. Going ahead early before capitulating at the back in the second half. Overall, Spurs clearly boast real threats like Son and Richarlison but remain far too open defensively
