For this week's BBC Sport we take a look at a renewed Wolves team and the Wembley dream.
Wolves continued their FA Cup journey with a composed victory over Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park. While Championship opposition might not seem threatening on paper, these fixtures often deliver upsets—just ask Liverpool. Under Vitor Pereira, however, Wolves are showcasing resilience and confidence that spark belief, excitement, and genuine hope.
An emerging star of the side is Emmanuel Agbadou. The £16 million signing from Reims has been nothing short of transformative, solidifying a previously fragile backline. His composure shone through, completing 64 of 72 passes at an impressive 89%, according to Sofascore. Agbadou exudes calm authority and, in just six appearances, has already picked up Wolves’ Player of the Month award for January. Praised by club legend Steve Bull as “an unbelievable player,” Agbadou is proving far more than a great signing—he looks like a genuine game-changer.
Alongside him, Toti Gomes has thrived under Pereira’s stewardship. Toti has featured in four games under Pereira, and Wolves have kept a clean sheet in every one of them. Together, these two defenders have restored calm and solidity to Wolves’ backline, providing a platform for growth and giving fans every reason to dream big.
Midfielder Marshall Munetsi also made an impressive debut, bursting into the box at every opportunity and on another day could have got a hat-trick. His style of play brought something different to this Wolves team and early signs hinted at exciting potential.
Pereira’s respect for the FA Cup is evident. By fielding a strong lineup with only necessary changes, he has made challenging away fixtures feel routine. His philosophy and winning mentality have reinvigorated Wolves, proving that survival in the league and a cup run are not conflicting ambitions but complementary pursuits.
With the competition wide open, Wolves fans can’t help but ask—why not Wembley? One more favourable draw, and we are one step closer.
Matheus Cunha said, he’s dreaming of Wembley—and after all, “dreaming is for free.”
