Preview & Prediction: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool

As we look ahead to the Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool on 28th September 2024, recent history heavily favors the visitors. Liverpool has dominated past encounters, winning 16 out of their last 22 meetings, while Wolverhampton Wanderers have managed just 4 victories. With Liverpool averaging 3 Points Per Game in away matches this season compared to Wolves’ 1.5 Points Per Game at home, the trend suggests Liverpool’s strong away form could continue.

That said, Wolves have shown decent home form, which could make it a tighter contest than previous matches. Historically, matches between these sides have averaged 2.36 goals, though both teams scoring (BTTS) has only occurred 32% of the time.

Considering Liverpool’s consistent away performances and historical success against Wolves, they seem likely to come out on top again. However, expect a competitive game, and don’t be surprised if Wolves manage a goal, given their decent form at Molineux. Final Score Prediction: Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 – 2 Liverpool.

Insights

• Liverpool has historically dominated with 16 wins out of 22 past meetings.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers have won only 4 out of the 22 previous encounters.
• There have been just 2 draws between these teams in their last 22 matchups.
• The average number of goals per match between these two teams is 2.36.
• Both Teams to Score (BTTS) has occurred in 32% of their previous matches.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers are in good home form this season, averaging 1.5 points per game at home.
• Liverpool are performing excellently away, with an average of 3 points per game in away matches.
• In their last meeting, Liverpool won 2-0 against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers might leverage their home advantage.
• Liverpool has shown consistent strength playing away, making them a tough opponent.

Match Forecast

• Liverpool will likely dominate possession with short passes and through balls.
• Wolverhampton may rely on counter-attacks and long balls to exploit Liverpool’s advanced positioning.
• Liverpool’s strong defending in set pieces might neutralize Wolverhampton’s aerial threats.
• Wolverhampton’s struggle to finish scoring chances could hinder their ability to capitalize on counter-attacks.
• Liverpool’s ability to create and finish scoring chances may result in several goal-scoring opportunities.
• Wolverhampton’s defense against attacks down the wings and skillful players could be exploited by Liverpool’s attackers.
• Wolverhampton’s tendency to play aggressively might result in fouls in dangerous areas, providing free-kick opportunities for Liverpool.
• Liverpool’s offside trap could catch Wolverhampton offside frequently given the latter’s weakness in avoiding offside.

Match Facts

• The most frequent scoreline in home fixtures between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool FC is 0-1, occurring in 3 matches.
• In the past 12 home games against Liverpool FC, Wolverhampton Wanderers have secured 2 wins, drawn 2 times, while Liverpool FC has triumphed 8 times, with a goal difference of 18-8 in Liverpool’s favor.
• In the last 24 encounters, Wolverhampton Wanderers have won 4 times, drawn 3 times, and Liverpool FC has won 17 times. The goal difference stands at 40-15 in Liverpool’s favor.
• Liverpool FC won both matches against Wolverhampton Wanderers last season (2-0 at home and 3-1 away).
• Liverpool FC scores 30% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers are currently on a three-match losing streak.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers haven’t recorded a win in their last 4 games.
• Liverpool FC have an away winning streak of 3 matches.
• Liverpool FC have remained undefeated in their last 5 away matches.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers have not won any of their last 3 matches against Liverpool FC.
• Liverpool FC are yet to concede an away goal this season.
• Matheus Cunha leads Wolverhampton Wanderers in scoring with 2 goals, while Luis Diaz has netted 5 times for Liverpool FC.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers have scored at least once in their last 6 consecutive matches.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers win 31% of their first halves, whereas Liverpool FC wins 52%.
• In their last encounter, Liverpool FC emerged victorious.
• In the last meeting, Liverpool FC won by a 2-goal margin.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers win 76% of home matches when leading 1-0.
• Liverpool FC win 82% of away matches when leading 1-0.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers win only 16% of home matches when trailing 0-1.
• Liverpool FC win 16% of away matches when trailing 1-0.
• Liverpool FC have outperformed Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League.
• Liverpool FC’s recent five-match performance surpasses that of Wolverhampton Wanderers.
• In the last 5 meetings, Wolverhampton Wanderers have won once, while Liverpool FC have won 4 times, with no draws.
• Liverpool FC have lost just one out of their last 5 Premier League games against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers average 0.8 goals per match against Liverpool FC, who average 1.6 goals against them.
• The average number of goals in matches between the two sides is 2.4.
• Matches see an average of 1.2 goals in the first half when Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool FC face off.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers average 1.52 goals per home game, while Liverpool FC average 2.07 goals per away game.