Wolves Smashed By Nottingham Forest As Wood And Gibbs-White Propel Them To Second
Wolves' Woes Continue As Forest Flexes Firepower
Wolverhampton Wanderers' dismal start to the Premier League season continued on Saturday as they went down to a resounding 4-0 defeat at the hands of newly-promoted side, Nottingham Forest. Bournemouth's victory over Fulham lifted them out of the relegation zone, leaving Wolves bottom of the table with just one point from their opening six matches.
The match was a tale of two halves, with Forest dominating the first period and Wolves marginally improving in the second. Brennan Johnson opened the scoring for the hosts in the 18th minute, tapping home from close range after a cross from Morgan Gibbs-White. Gibbs-White doubled their advantage just before the half-time break with a delightful chip over Wolves goalkeeper, Jose Sa.
The second half saw Wolves attempt to claw their way back into the game, but they were unable to create any clear-cut chances. Forest continued to look dangerous and added two more goals through Taiwo Awoniyi and Emmanuel Dennis in the 55th and 75th minutes, respectively.
The result leaves Wolves in a precarious position, with just one goal scored and 16 conceded in their six league matches so far. Manager Bruno Lage is under increasing pressure to turn things around quickly, especially with a tough run of fixtures coming up against Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool.
Gibbs-White on Fire For Forest
Morgan Gibbs-White has been one of the brightest sparks in Nottingham Forest's impressive start to the season. The midfielder, who joined the club on a season-long loan from Wolves, has been directly involved in four goals in his six Premier League appearances, scoring three and assisting one.
Gibbs-White's goal against Wolves was a particular highlight, showcasing his excellent technical ability and composure in front of goal. He has quickly become a fan favorite at the City Ground and is playing a key role in Forest's resurgence under Steve Cooper.
Forest's Promotion Continues To Pay Dividends
Nottingham Forest's promotion to the Premier League after a 23-year absence has been a resounding success so far. The club has made several shrewd signings, including Gibbs-White, Awoniyi, and Dennis, who have all made significant contributions to their impressive start.
Forest's victory over Wolves was their second win of the season, and they currently sit in ninth place in the table. Cooper's team has shown that they are more than capable of competing at this level and will be looking to continue their fine form in the coming weeks.
Wolves' Struggles Intensify
Wolves' struggles at the start of the season have been a disappointment to many, given their impressive performances in recent years. The team finished 10th last season and reached the quarter-finals of the Europa League, but they have struggled to replicate that form so far in 2022/23.
Lage has come under fire for his team's poor performances, and he will need to find a way to turn things around quickly if he wants to keep his job. Wolves have a tough run of fixtures coming up, and they will need to start picking up points soon if they want to avoid a relegation battle.
Conclusion
Wolverhampton Wanderers' defeat to Nottingham Forest was a disappointing reminder of the challenges they face this season. The team has struggled for form and results, and they are now bottom of the Premier League table. Manager Bruno Lage is under increasing pressure to turn things around quickly, but he has a tough task ahead of him with a difficult run of fixtures coming up.
On the other hand, Nottingham Forest's impressive start to the season has continued, with Brennan Johnson, Morgan Gibbs-White, Taiwo Awoniyi, and Emmanuel Dennis all making significant contributions. The club is currently ninth in the table and will be looking to continue their fine form in the coming weeks.
