“They will definitely WIN without doubt”- Paul Merson insists Everton v Wolves will be ‘absolutely cracking’, as he picks a winner. You can’t believe jmhis take on Everton
Wolves are eager to bounce back from their disappointing 4-2 loss to Bournemouth, with Everton set to be their next opponents on Wednesday.
Fans were left frustrated after Saturday’s defeat at Molineux, where Wolves once again struggled defensively. They handed Bournemouth three penalties, all of which were converted by Justin Kluivert without hesitation.
This setback has increased the pressure on manager Gary O’Neil, who is in need of a victory against the Toffees to ease the mounting tension.
With a quick turnaround, supporters will expect a much-improved performance after the dismal display last time out. Paul Merson anticipates a positive response at Goodison Park, predicting a 2-1 win for Wolves. He highlighted that Everton has struggled to score goals, while Wolves have attacking threats. Merson also expects Wolves to perform better away from home, which boosts his confidence in an away win.
The loss to Bournemouth has pushed Wolves back into the relegation zone, with defensive errors once again being a major issue. The decision to include Mario Lemina and Toti Gomes in the defense didn’t work out, and former Wolves player Lee Naylor expressed surprise that O’Neil didn’t move Lemina after his poor start to the game.
There will likely be changes for the match against Everton, with many expecting the return of a back three and wing-backs.
For Wolves, this is a crucial opportunity to make amends for their dismal performance against Bournemouth. Players like Matheus Cunha and Jorgen Strand Larsen, who have been solid contributors in attack this season, will surely feel frustrated by the team’s defensive shortcomings. Had Wolves been more solid at the back, the efforts of Cunha and Larsen could have led to more than just nine points.
With Nelson Semedo suspended for the Everton game, O’Neil will need to make an enforced change, but it would be beneficial for Goncalo Guedes to start. Guedes has been a reliable presence when he has played this season and could provide a boost in the attack.
