Analysis The numbers behind the result
Wolves capitalise on dominance with clinical second-half surge
Wolves deserved their victory after outplaying Bristol City in key attacking metrics, reflected in their superior xG (2.23 vs. 0.73). Despite trailing to Scott Twine's 34th-minute opener, Wolves' sustained pressure and shot quality ultimately told. They generated 17 total shots (15 inside the box) to Bristol City's 5, with 8 on target compared to the hosts' 3. Their 62% possession translated into a decisive advantage in attacking output, underpinned by 5 corners to Bristol City's 2.
Sean Neave proved the match-winner with two late goals (82', 89'), the second assisted by Ladislav Krejčí. Wolves' clinical edge in front of goal (2 goals from 2.23 xG) contrasted with Bristol City's inefficiency (1 goal from 0.73 xG). The hosts managed only 2 shots inside the box all game, highlighting Wolves' defensive solidity amid their attacking dominance.
The key stat is Wolves' 15 shots inside the box, a testament to their ability to carve open Bristol City's defence and sustain pressure despite initially trailing.
Match Timeline
Formations
Team Stats
Possession
Expected Goals (xG)
Line-ups
- 40B. Collins
- 19G. Tanner
- 15L. McNally
- 2L. Eissat
- 3C. Pring
- 12J. Knight
- 8J. Williams
- 21Rio Cardines
- 11S. Bell
- 10S. Twine
- 9L. Tolaj
- J. Wallace
- R. Atkinson
- D. Ballard
- B. De Keersmaecker
- S. Greenwood
- Y. Hirakawa
- T. Horvat
- A. Randell
- S. Tickle
- 1José Sá
- 2K. Trippier
- 15Y. Mosquera
- 37L. Krejčí
- 3Hugo Bueno
- 7André
- 5M. Munetsi
- 28Fer López
- 27J. Bellegarde
- 19R. Saïd
- 10A. Armstrong
- João Virgínia
- Toti Gomes
- J. Tchatchoua
- S. Neave
- M. Mane
- Rodrigo Gomes
- T. Doyle
- N. Djiga
- T. Chirewa

