Brave playmaker choice made as winger dropped - Wolves predicted XI gallery v Leeds United
Here’s how we predict Wolverhampton Wanderers’ starting lineup to look against Leeds United in the Premier League on Saturday.
Wolverhampton Wanderers return to home soil on Saturday afternoon for a huge six-pointer clash against fellow relegation battlers Leeds United.
Separated by just four points despite a six-place difference in the standings, this game could be vital for both sides and it will have serious ramifications for others in the dogfight.
Wolves and Leeds cannot be divided when it comes to recent form, as their records match with one win, one draw and three losses in the last five Premier League outings.
The quality of opposition has also been similar in this period, with the number of goals scored (three) being the exact same.
Julen Lopetegui will be hoping that playing at Molineux will give his team somewhat of an advantage at the weekend, but it certainly won’t be easy.
With goals still not flowing, the Spaniard could well switch his personnel up front and we think he will do just that – with a brave selection in attacking midfield. Here’s our predicted Wolves starting XI.
1. Wolverhampton Wanderers predicted starting XI vs Leeds United
Here are the 11 players we think Lopetegui will start against Leeds at Molineux on Saturday.
2. GK: Jose Sa
Man of the match display to deny Tottenham a couple of weeks ago and made some smart stops in the defeat last time out.
3. RB: Nelson Semedo
Without doubt Lopetegui’s favoured choice at the right of a back four. With an international break to come, there’s no need for a rest.
4. CB: Craig Dawson
Continues to keep Nathan Collins out of the side after some very good showings. He could prove to be one of the best signings of the winter at this rate.