Dave Edwards has indicated that Wolves appear to be more inclined to stage comebacks from losing positions in matches under Gary O’Neil than under Julen Lopetegui. This was evident in their recent 2-2 draw against Newcastle United, which, at first glance, may seem like a respectable outcome. Nonetheless, it left many fans feeling frustrated due to the controversial penalty awarded to Newcastle.
Despite the contentious decision, Wolves should be commended for not only equalizing the score once but twice. Callum Wilson capitalized on a goalkeeping error by Jose Sa to open the scoring at Molineux. Mario Lemina then leveled the score for Wolves with a well-executed header from a Pedro Neto corner.
Newcastle took the lead with a penalty awarded to them, putting them 2-1 ahead. However, Wanderers displayed remarkable character by making a comeback, with Hwang Hee-chan netting his sixth goal of the season.
There is now a prevailing sentiment among the fanbase that this Wolves team is significantly more competitive, a viewpoint that Edwards has also expressed.
Dave Edwards makes claim about Wolves under Gary O’Neil
Only a handful of Wolves supporters are currently reminiscing about former manager Julen Lopetegui. While Lopetegui made notable contributions during his brief tenure at Molineux, the majority have now wholeheartedly embraced the direction O’Neil is taking. Despite some challenging circumstances, O’Neil has enjoyed a promising start and could have been in a higher league position with a bit more luck.
Wolves now appear prepared to battle in matches once more, and Edwards believes they have a greater capacity to mount comebacks rather than crumbling. He expressed, “However, they rebounded and seemed like the side that would ultimately secure victory; this resilience was lacking last season. While under Julen Lopetegui, they won games 1-0, they struggled to recover once they fell behind. The manager deserves immense credit for fostering team spirit and unity.”
“I’m thrilled for him, for the rapport he’s developing with the fans, and for the points that this Wolves side is accumulating.”
Wolves are a competitive outfit again
Reestablishing that competitiveness is among O’Neil’s greatest achievements as Wolves manager.
When Lopetegui arrived last season, the changing room did feel more spacious. However, you did get the impression that as soon as Wolves trailed in games under his leadership, that was it. There was virtually no possibility of scoring points.
This feeling is completely different now. When Wolves lose and give up a goal, it doesn’t feel quite as awful.
Wolves has fought back from behind to win the last two games. This was quite uncommon prior to O’Neil’s arrival.
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