Ethan Ampadu urges Leeds United to rally after their defeat to Fulham. Wolves are looking to avoid a fifth straight defeat. The match prediction leans towards a Wolves win, while Opta win probability favors Wolves at 48.7%.
Ethan Ampadu has issued a rallying cry, insisting that Leeds United will unite and fight for positive results following their recent defeat to Fulham. Despite showing promise and dominating large portions of the game, Leeds suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 loss at Craven Cottage, with a 94th-minute own goal from Gabriel Gudmundsson sealing their fate.
Leeds managed to restrict Fulham to a mere five shots throughout the match, marking Fulham's lowest shot count in a Premier League home game they've won since the 2003-04 season. However, despite their attacking endeavors against Fulham, the Whites have only managed to score a single goal in the Premier League this season. This represents their lowest goal tally after four games in the club's entire league history, highlighting the urgent need for improvement in the final third.
Ampadu remains resolute, focusing on the positive aspects of the defeat and aiming to build on them as Leeds prepare to face Wolves on Saturday. He acknowledged the challenges of the Premier League, emphasizing that every game, whether at home or away, presents a significant test.
"It is the Premier League, home or away, no game is easy," Ampadu stated after the Fulham match. "It is the league that we want to thrive in. It is the league that we want to show ourselves in and next week is an opportunity to do that. We want to change the result so we are going to push, we are going to rally and we are going to keep going. But there is a lot in that performance that we can take as a baseline for the rest of the season with us. Obviously, at the end, the end result is what matters so we are hurt, we are gutted but it is a very long season. We have got stuff to improve on, we have got stuff to take on but we are going to enjoy the ride."
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Meanwhile, Wolves find themselves at the bottom of the Premier League table, being the only team yet to secure a single point this season. Following their recent 1-0 defeat against Newcastle United, Wolves have now suffered four consecutive defeats at the start of the league campaign, marking the first time this has happened in their 127-year history in English league football.
Despite the team's struggles, Ladislav Krejci, who made his Wolves debut in the match against Newcastle, believes they can turn things around if they maintain the same level of performance they displayed at St. James' Park. Krejci expressed his belief that if they continue to play with the same mentality and push until the very end, they will start to secure victories. He also highlighted the potential impact of scoring early in the game, suggesting it could change the entire dynamic.
Players to Watch
Wolves – Hwang Hee-chan
With Jorgen Strand Larsen's availability still uncertain, Hwang Hee-chan is expected to lead the Wolves attack once again. Although he managed to score in their defeat against Everton before the international break, he has only found the net three times since the start of last season, a stark contrast to his impressive 12 goals in the 2023-24 campaign.
Leeds United – Anton Stach
Anton Stach has quickly established himself as a key player in Leeds' midfield since his arrival from Hoffenheim during the summer transfer window. He stands out as the only player in the Premier League this season to have recorded double figures for both shots (10) and chances created (10). However, he is still searching for his first goal or assist for the club.
Match Prediction – Wolves Win
Wolves have a strong record against newly promoted clubs in the Premier League, having won eight of their last 10 matches (one draw, one loss). They are currently on a four-game winning streak in such encounters. Their last run of five consecutive top-flight wins against promoted sides occurred between March 1963 and February 1964, a streak that was eventually broken by a defeat against Leeds.
However, Wolves' recent home form in August and September has been concerning, as they have lost eight of their last nine Premier League matches (one win) during these months, conceding a total of 28 goals at Molineux. Wolves are eager to avoid becoming the sixth Premier League team to start a campaign with five consecutive losses, following in the footsteps of Southampton (1998-99), Sunderland (2005-06), Portsmouth (2009-10), Crystal Palace (2017-18), and Norwich (2021-22).
Leeds, on the other hand, have won their last three league games against Wolves and will be aiming to secure their fourth consecutive victory, a feat they last achieved in February 1971 under the management of Don Revie.
The upcoming match is anticipated to be another low-scoring affair, as Leeds' league games this season have witnessed fewer shots on target than any other team (19). The Whites have registered the fewest shots on target (eight) and faced the joint-third fewest attempts on target (11).
After their 1-0 victory against Everton on the opening weekend, Leeds have now failed to score in their last three Premier League games. They last endured a four-game goalless run in March 2022. All eyes will be on Molineux as both teams look to get back on track and secure a much-needed victory.
Opta Win Probability
Wolves – 48.7%
Draw – 25.7%
Leeds United – 25.6%