Wolverhampton Wanderers are back in Premier League action on Saturday afternoon as they travel to Gary O’Neil’s old stomping ground, AFC Bournemouth. The Old Gold are full of confidence having beaten Manchester City and drawn against Aston Villa before the international break but the tough task ahead is to continue the momentum.
Bournemouth’s results have significantly worsened under new manager Andoni Iraola but the fans and board have plenty of faith in the Spaniard to turn things around. The new playing style is taking some getting used to but it has the potential to be highly successful if and when it clicks. Wolves, therefore, need to be very wary this weekend.
Winning at the Vitality Stadium could soar 14th-placed Wanderers as high as 12th in the Premier League but a defeat could hand a leapfrogging opportunity to Brentford and Everton below. Bournemouth, meanwhile, would jump out of the relegation zone with a win. Here’s how we think Wolves will line up as O’Neil continues the use of his bold 3-4-3 formation.
1. GK - Jose Sa
Been in brilliant form of late to help Wolves to some vital results.
2. RWB - Nelson Semedo
Working particularly hard with Matt Doherty now looking over his shoulder.
3. CB - Max Kilman
Wanderers’ skipper has been vital to the recent run of positive results.
4. CB - Craig Dawson
Displaying his wealth of experience effectively at the heart of O’Neil’s bold back three.