Wolves endured a deserved defeat to Newcastle United, with many players struggling throughout the match.
The loss saw Wolves slip back into the relegation zone, marking a challenging period for the club.
Vitor Pereira’s unbeaten start at Molineux is now beginning to feel like a brief honeymoon phase, one that is sadly drawing to a close.
The Wolves manager has a lot to address in order to ensure his talented squad remains in the Premier League, with tough tests ahead.
Jorgen Strand Larsen Criticized for Newcastle Performance
Wolves had little room for error at St James’ Park, but unfortunately, they faltered.
Fans expressed their frustration with Hwang Hee-chan, who was at fault for Newcastle’s opening goal, adding to a difficult evening for the Korean forward.
Pereira was also angry with Hwang, although he was not the only player from Wolves to disappoint in the North East.
Jorgen Strand Larsen, who struggled in the previous match against Nottingham Forest, failed to improve against Newcastle.
The striker had several opportunities to score but squandered them, as noted by journalist Liam Keen in his reaction to the defeat.
“Strand Larsen really, really struggled to hold the ball up. I know it’s a difficult defensive partnership, but he has to do much better,” Keen told Express and Star.
Although Strand Larsen’s talent is clear, Keen stressed that he expects more from the summer signing.
“I’m a fan of Larsen, but in the last three games, he’s been nowhere near good enough,” he said.
“The chance in the second half, the goalkeeper made a brilliant save, but as a Premier League striker, that’s a routine finish he should be taking every day of the week.”
Vitor Pereira Shows Support for Strand Larsen
Strand Larsen missed two significant chances and hit the woodwork twice—moments that could have changed the result for Wolves.
Despite the striker’s poor finishing, Pereira expressed satisfaction with other aspects of the 24-year-old’s performance.
“Strand Larsen works hard for the team, and the keeper made some big saves,” Pereira said in his post-match media briefing.
“When we miss chances, we need to support players and build their confidence. I believe he’ll start scoring goals soon.”
Pereira also urged fans to back Hwang to help boost his confidence, as he looks to get his players believing again.
The best way to bounce back from a tough performance is through redemption in the next game, and Wolves now turn their attention to facing Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
‘Really struggled’: Wolves player warned he was ‘nowhere near good enough’ vs Newcastle – journalist
