Brighton vs Wolves
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Match details
Date: October 5 2025, 14:00 BST
Stadium: Molineux Stadium
Confirmed lineups
Wolves (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: S. Johnstone
- Defenders: J. Tchatchoua, S. Bueno, L. Krejčí, Hugo Bueno
- Midfielders: M. Munetsi, André, João Gomes
- Forwards: J. Arias, J. Strand Larsen, Hwang Hee-Chan
Brighton (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: B. Verbruggen
- Defenders: M. Wieffer, J. van Hecke, L. Dunk, Ferdi Erenay Kadıoğlu
- Midfielders: C. Baleba, Y. Ayari
- Forwards: Y. Minteh, D. Gómez, B. Gruda, D. Welbeck
Missing players
Wolves will be without L. Chiwome due to a knee injury and Toti Gomes, who is ill. These absences put additional pressure on the squad as they continue to seek their first win of the season.
Brighton faces a more significant challenge with multiple injuries, missing J. Hinshelwood (ankle injury), S. March (knee injury), J. Veltman (calf injury), and A. Webster (knee injury). The depth of their squad will be tested.
Match background
This encounter is vital for Wolves, who sit at the bottom of the Premier League table with just one point. Meanwhile, Brighton, positioned at 11th, aims to solidify their mid-table standing.
Recent form
Wolves have struggled significantly, recording a dismal run of draws and losses, including three consecutive defeats. They have failed to score in three out of their six matches, raising concerns about their offensive capabilities.
Brighton, on the other hand, has shown some resilience with a mixed record of two wins, two draws, and two losses. Their scoring ability remains consistent, averaging 1.5 goals per game but also conceding the same number.
Head-to-head record
- May 10, 2025: Wolves 0 - 2 Brighton
- October 26, 2024: Brighton 2 - 2 Wolves
- January 22, 2024: Brighton 0 - 0 Wolves
- August 19, 2023: Wolves 1 - 4 Brighton
Prediction
This match is crucial for Wolves, but with their current form, Brighton looks favored to secure points. Betting tip: BTTS: Yes.