Wolves vs Aston Villa
Premier League
Sunday
8th October 2023
Molineux
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the gameweek eight Premier League fixture between Wolves and Aston Villa.
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Wolves form analysis
The Wanderers registered a crucial 1-0 win away at Everton thanks to new signing Kalajdzic’s late goal. Nevertheless, despite strikes from Hwang and Cunha, the team lost to Crystal Palace at home, 2-3. Wolves then suffered a 1-3 home defeat to Liverpool, taking the lead through Hwang before collapsing in the second half.
They ended their losing run by fighting back to draw 1-1 away at Luton, with Neto’s opener canceled out by a Morris penalty. Most recently, Wolves produced their best performance yet to shock Man City, winning 2-1 at home courtesy of a Dias own goal and Hwang’s winner.
Overall, Wolves have struggled for consistency in both results and performances. New arrivals like Kalajdzic and Cunha have added a goal threat, but flaky defending has cost Wolves points. Their best display was the 5-0 cup win over Blackpool when everything clicked. However, Wolves have lacked that level in the Premier League.
If they are more solid defensively, there is attacking talent to hurt teams. But Wolves must improve their resilience and cut out individual errors to turn draws into wins. The shock victory over City provides a platform to build on now.
Aston Villa form analysis
Villa began with a thumping 1-3 win away at Burnley thanks to a Cash brace. However, defensive issues surfaced in a 0-3 home defeat to Liverpool, outclassed by the title challengers. Villa responded strongly by fighting back from a goal down to beat Crystal Palace 3-1 at home with late goals from Durán, Luiz and Bailey. Their best result yet came in a 1-0 away win at Chelsea, showing grit and resilience through Watkins’ goal. Villa then hammered Brighton 6-1 at home, inspired by a Watkins hat-trick in a ruthless attacking display.
Overall, Villa has demonstrated its offensive danger, which is sparked by the quickness and flare of Diaby and Bailey. When they were at their peak, they produced some of the most thrilling football in the division. However, they have occasionally paid a price for defensive attention lapses.
The wins over Burnley, Chelsea and Brighton demonstrated Villa’s qualities when focused. If manager Emery can add greater solidity to complement the attack, a top half finish is very much on the cards for this talented young side.
