The starting lineup for Wolves’ Monday night matchup against Brighton has been disclosed by Gary O’Neil.
So far this season, Wolves, who have been transformed under Gary O’Neil’s guidance, have had a great season.
Few could have predicted the remarkable turn of events that transpired, going from anticipating a relegation struggle in the summer to now pushing for Europe.
O’Neill has succeeded in bringing out the best in each player, which has created a positive vibe within the team.
Numerous people are running amazing initiatives in Gold. The Wolves manager has put on a spectacle at Molineux, from the imposing Jose Sa between the posts to the South Korean sharpshooter Hwang Hee-Chan.
The Wanderers visit Brighton & Hove Albion, who are three points and three places above them in the table, on Monday night in the upcoming episode of that programme.
Wolves have a great chance to make a statement about their aspirations to play in Europe with this tantalising competition.
Having gone five games without a loss in all competitions coming into this match, O’Neil can be sure that his team will win a sixth once he makes public which two of his players are expected to start.
Gary O’Neil says Mario Lemina and Pedro Neto are in contention to start
He gave an update on Mario Lemina and Pedro Neto’s conditions during his pregame press conference prior to the game against the Seagulls.
“Mario and Pedro are both available to start at Brighton,” stated O’Neil. Mario missed a lot of training, so Pedro is likely a little further advanced, but he produced a lot of excellent work on his own during his absence.
After sustaining a hamstring injury in October, Neto has been gradually reintroduced back into the lineup. He played ten minutes against Everton and then sixty-three minutes in the FA Cup victory over Brentford.
Lemina, on the other hand, had a break after his father passed away, but he joined the team again this week, which is a welcome addition for O’Neil.
A significant boost for Wolves
This season, Lemina and Neto have both excelled for the Wolves.
Lemina and Joao Gomes have been the enforcers in midfield, but Neto’s flair and cunning in the closing third has been missed.
One of the rare players who can create a magical moment out of nothing in the final third is the Portuguese star.
In fact, his ability to seize opportunities has made him a serious contender to win the most assists and shatter one record.
This season, in 11 games, he has racked up an incredible seven assists. Mohamed Salah (8) and Ollie Watkins are the only two with more.
Thus, it is easy to understand why O’Neil is thrilled to have both of his starting players return.
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