WOLVES NEWS

Hwang Hee-chan - Brace before injury Hwang scored twice before a knock forced him off the pitch during Wednesday's clash with Brentford.

Impact Hwang scored twice in the first half before a knock forced him off the pitch and brought Jean-Ricner Bellegarde on. Hwang will hope the issue proves to be minor, with his first chance to return coming against Everton on Saturday.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Craig Dawson - Out against Brentford Dawson suffered a gashed knee and despite a positive update from manager Gary O'Neil, was not able to return. manager Gary O'Neil.'The medical team tell me he'll be fine for Brentf...

Impact Dawson's injury certainly sounds like a painful one, but it seems he is expected to get back on the pitch sooner rather than later. Hugo Bueno comes into the starting XI on Wednesday, but it seems Dawson should be back for a Saturday clash with Everton.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Neto - Returns to play on bench Neto (hamstring) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Wolves.

Impact Neto is finally back in the squad for Wolves, having been given the nod on the bench after eight matches on the sidelines due to a hamstring issue. The attacker should almost one hundred percent return to the starting XI soon, as he started in all 10 matches this season before encountering his injury.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde - On bench to face Brentford Bellegarde (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Brentford.

Impact Bellegrade is returning to play after missing the club's last match against Chelsea, having gone down with an undisclosed injury. The midfielder has been in and out of the starting XI much of this season due to constant injuries, so he will hope to shake the injury bug moving forward, as when healthy, he looks to be one of Wolves top options in the midfield.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Sarabia - Assists on day Sarabia assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (five accurate) and nine corners in Sunday's 2-1 win over Chelsea.

Impact Sarabia started the last four matches in a row, logging in two assists in that span. He's also created 14 chances and launched 37 crosses (14 accurate) as well, which ups his average per game to 4.2.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Doherty - Nets goal off bench Doherty scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Chelsea.

Impact Doherty scored what was later the game-winner in just a few minutes of play Sunday. He's comes off the bench the last seven games in a row, scoring once with just two shots (two on target) and two chances created in that span.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Lemina - Scores in win Lemina scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 27th minute.

Impact Lemina scored just his third goal of the season to help get the win Sunday. He's started in every matched played for the Wolves thus far, averaging about 2.5 tackles per game.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Sa - Three saves in win Sa had three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win against Chelsea.

Impact Sa has only allowed two goals in the last two matches after conceding five during his previous two games. He has started and played 16 in contests thus far, totaling 50 saves while allowing 27 goals with just a clean sheet thus far.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde - Out of squad against Chelsea Bellegarde (undisclosed) is not in Sunday's squad to face Chelsea.

Impact Bellegarde misses out on Sunday's match with no injury being revealed in the buildup. While a role in the starting XI is not also assured, Bellegarde typically makes the squad for Wolves and could just be getting a match off with the fixtures piling up over the holiday period.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Neto - Remains out Sunday Neto (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Chelsea on Sunday.

Impact Neto misses out on his eighth straight match as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury suffered in October. The attacker trained in full during the buildup to the match so he could return during Wednesday's midweek trip to Brentford.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Sa - In net Sunday Sa (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Sa returns from an undisclosed injury which has kept him out of two of Wolves' last three fixtures. The keeper starts Sunday having allowed 26 goals in 15 league starts while keeping one clean sheet and making 47 saves.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Neto back in Wolves training - O'Neil Pedro Neto has returned to training for Wolverhampton Wanderers and is in contention to feature against Chelsea on Christmas Eve, head coach...

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Hwang Hee-chan - Pens long-term extension Hwang signed a contract through 2028, Wolves announced.

Impact Hwang is off to a strong start in 2023, with his eight goals in 17 matches already matching his goal tallies from each of the past two seasons combined. His brilliant form has been rewarded with a deal through 2028, keeping him at the club throughout his prime.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Neto - Could return Sunday Neto (hamstring) might be an option against Chelsea on Sunday. Manager Gary O'Neil told reporters, "He's trained the full week with the lads, so we'll see how he goes in the next t...

Impact Neto has been out of action since Oct. 28 versus Newcastle, a stretch of seven matches on the shelf. Given his extended layoff, the forward probably shouldn't be expected to immediately jump back into the starting XI, especially with the busy schedule that includes fixtures against Brentford and Everton on Dec. 27 and 30, respectively. Still, Neto started all 10 of his appearances this season and should be in the mix for a starting spot sooner rather than later.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Sa - In contention Sunday Sa (undisclosed) will be an option versus Chelsea on Sunday after manager Gary O'Neil told reporters, "He's good, trained fully the last couple days, so he'll be fit and ready for...

Impact Sa has missed two of the club's last three matches due to injury but seems ready to reclaim his place in the starting XI against Chelsea. With Sa back between the sticks, Daniel Bentley figures to be returned to his reserve role on the bench. For his part, Sa continues to struggle to keep a clean sheet, having conceded at least a goal in 12 straight outings.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Neto - Back on pitch training Neto (hamstring) was pictured on the pitch in training Thursday ahead of Sunday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Neto will likely be a bench option at best upon return and given the quick succession of matches, it's hard to see him drawing a start in the next three, as they take place over a seven-day period. No matter, he's close to being back and still leads the league with seven assists despite missing the last seven matches with this hamstring injury.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Toti Gomes - Sends in five crosses in loss Toti Gomes had one shot (zero on goal) and five crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 loss to West Ham United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47th minute.

Impact Gomes had a decent outing during Wolverhampton's road loss, registering the second-most crosses and a season-high for him. The centerback also made the second-most tackles to help on defense. He did receive his first yellow card of the season, though.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Lemina - Makes three tackles in loss Lemina registered two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against West Ham United.

Impact Lemina did not miss any games after suffering an undisclosed injury in Wolves' previous match versus Nottingham Forest. The midfielder made the second-most tackles for his side in this one, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. He's been a steady presence on defense in the season and also scored twice so far in 15 starts.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Bentley - Concedes three times at West Ham Bentley made one save and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against West Ham United.

Impact Bentley had a game to forget, conceding twice in the first half and once in the second as Wolverhampton had no shot to win this one. The goalkeeper has one clean sheet in three appearances (two starts) so far in relief of the injured Jose Sa. He will get the nod against Chelsea on Sunday if the starter is not cleared to return yet.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Sa - Injured in build up Sa was forced to miss Sunday's trip to West Ham after suffering an injury in the build up to the match, according to manager Gary O'Neil.

Impact Sa missed a game earlier in the month due to a back issue and it's possible that's still bugging him. Daniel Bentley is a serviceable backup, though Sa is clearly the preferred option. With a busy holiday schedule ahead, Sa could find it difficult to start three matches in seven days if it's his back bugging him again.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Lemina - Ready for West Ham clash Lemina (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against West Ham.

Impact Lemina is good to go after being forced off early in last week's match against Nottingham Forest. The midfielder has started all 15 of his league appearances scoring twice and making 31 tackles.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rayan Ait-Nouri - Returns to bench Ait-Nouri (ankle) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Ait-Nouri returns from an ankle injury which has kept him out of Wolves' past three matches. The fullback starts from the bench, but had started 12 of his 13 league appearances prior to the injury.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rayan Ait-Nouri - On course for return Ait-Nouri (ankle) is expected to return for Sunday's match against West Ham, manager Gary O'Neil, per the BBC. "Rayan Ait-Nouri is also on course to return after overcoming an ankl...

Impact Ait-Nouri is looking to make his return after a three-match absence, possibly making a return this weekend against West Ham. This will be a huge addition back into the squad for Wolves, as the winger started in all but one match on the left flank before encountering the knock. If he does play Sunday, expect him to fight for a nod in the starting XI, meaning Hugo Bueno may be sent back to the bench.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Neto - Hopeful of return soon Neto (hamstring) is looking to return before the start of the new year, manager Gary O'Neil stated Thursday. "I'm hopeful he will be in the squad for some part of the next two game...

Impact Neto looks to be nearing a return and could be an option for the club's next match against West Ham on Sunday, but if not, it could come against Chelsea on Dec. 24. The attacker has now been out the club's past six matches, and they will hope for the soonest possible return with him being one of the most influential players in the attack. When he does come back to play, expect him to fight for a starting nod immediately, having started in every match this campaign before encountering the knock.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Sarabia - Provides assist in draw Sarabia assisted once to go with seven crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Sarabia set up teammate, Matheus Cunha, for a shot from the center of the box, which tied the score at, 1-1, in the 32nd minute of play. The assist marked the third of the season for Sarabia, who also has a total of 16 chances created, through nine appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE