Wolves suffer eighth consecutive defeat to Nottingham Forest
Wolverhampton Wanderers remain at the bottom of the Premier League following a 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest, marking their eighth successive defeat, reports BritPanorama.
Igor Jesus scored his inaugural Premier League goal in the second half, nodding in a cross to secure the victory at Molineux Stadium. The defeat underscored Wolves’ distressing form, as they have failed to score in five league matches and are on a worrying trajectory towards relegation.
Despite the appointment of new manager Rob Edwards, Wolves have not managed a win this season, remaining winless after 14 games. Currently, they are far from breaking Derby County’s record-low points total of 11, especially with challenging fixtures against Manchester United and Arsenal looming on the horizon.
This victory was a welcome relief for Forest after their recent loss to Brighton, adding a third win in four league games under Sean Dyche, helping to lift them in the standings. However, the match itself was largely devoid of excitement, particularly in the first half, which lacked any shots on target until the second half.
The first half did feature a significant VAR incident. Jesus seemingly scored from a corner, but after a long delay, the goal was disallowed for offside due to Dan Ndoye’s position. Following the stoppage, Wolves finally produced a meaningful effort with Jackson Tchatchoua’s cross to Jhon Arias, whose header narrowly missed the target.
As the match progressed, Forest’s persistence paid off in the 72nd minute. Jesus found the net again, this time successfully, as he headed in Hutchinson’s cross, capitalising on confusion in the Wolves’ defence. Wolves did not register a shot on target until stoppage time, reflecting their struggles in converting possession into meaningful opportunities.
The exasperation of the Molineux crowd was palpable during the second half, particularly during a lengthy VAR check for a potential penalty against Forest. As frustration mounted, Wolves consistently failed to register significant threats at the other end, illustrating the depth of their current troubles.
This match serves as a stark reminder of the pressures in the Premier League. For Wolves, the challenge now is to turn their fortunes around before sinking further into the relegation quagmire. In a season full of surprises, it’s the teams who respond in adversity who often come out on top. The bottom of the table has never felt so precarious.
