Wolves
- Wolves have 4 points from 2 matches in 3rd place in the Championship 2026/2027 standings, while Stoke have 0 points in 22nd place.
- Cesar Peixoto has instilled a direct 4-2-3-1 style on Wolves with an emphasis on quick transitions, pressing and early vertical attacks.
- Wolves have won 4 and drawn 1 of their last 5 matches in all competitions.
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Wolves' recent results are a 3-0 home win over Port Vale (EFL Cup), a 2-2 home draw with Blackburn (Championship 2026/2027) and a 3-1 away win at Preston today.
- 3-0 home win over Port Vale (EFL Cup)
- 2-2 home draw with Blackburn (Championship 2026/2027)
- 3-1 away win at Preston today
- Fer Lopez has been a spark for Wolves, leading the team's scoring in the Championship 2026/2027 with 2 goals from 2 games and also scoring 4 of Wolves' last 10 goals in all competitions.
Stoke
- Stoke have lost their last 2 games and have been generally out of sorts on their travels in 2026/2027.
- Mark Robins has set his side up in a compact 4-2-3-1 formation, which aims to be solid and disciplined, while their pressing triggers are designed to smother space and slow the game down.
- Eric Bocat is Stoke's top scorer in the Championship 2026/2027, netting once in 2 games, while Sam Gallagher has 1 assist and has added some creativity.
- Stoke have been on a bad run recently, winning 2, drawing 1 and losing 2 of their last 5.
Wolves
Fer Lopez has been a spark for Wolves, leading the team's scoring in the Championship 2026/2027 with 2 goals from 2 games and also scoring 4 of Wolves' last 10 goals in all competitions.
Stoke
- Eric Bocat is Stoke's top scorer in the Championship 2026/2027, netting once in 2 games.
- Sam Gallagher has 1 assist and has added some creativity.
Betting Insights
Wolves to win and under 2.5 goals also looks a good option at 2.25 , as Stoke can keep this game tight, but they are missing a focal point in attack and Wolves are the best team on the field.
Prediction
Wolves should edge this one on recent form, current league standing and odds, but Stoke are a tough side and could keep it close for spells.
