Wolves are out of the relegation zone after a second straight win against Fulham.
Wolves put in their best performance of the season to beat a Fulham side that have started the season very well 4-1 at Craven Cottage.
The Cottagers took the lead through Alex Iwobi, but Wolves came roaring back with Matheus Cunha once again playing a starring role.
The Brazilian equalised in superb fashion, and scored a second in the second-half after Joao Gomes had put Wolves in front.
Goncalo Guedes equalised in injury-time, leaving the travelling supporters overjoyed.
It was a great day at the office and after the game, Cunha spoke about captain Mario Lemina.
Matheus Cunha jokes Mario Lemina has new position after brilliant display vs Fulham
For yesterday’s game, Lemina was deployed as an emergency centre-back by Gary O’Neil.
Fans knew there were doubts about Santiago Bueno ahead of the Fulham game, and he wasn’t quite fit enough to start.
Craig Dawson also had to miss the game, so Lemina partnered Toti Gomes in a back four, with Nelson Semedo and Rayan Ait-Nouri playing as traditional full-backs.
It was a great performance from the backline, with Lemina in particular standing out.
After the game, Lemina came in for praise from goalscorer Cunha, who joked the Gabon international may have a new permanent position now
He said (via Wolves official): “We knew Mario would cover one space for us, and he was unbelievable. I started joking with him after saying that he’s a centre-back now – we don’t need to change it!
“But, of course, everyone played very well, I’m so happy with the result and I think it showed a lot about the character of the group.
Lemina superb vs Fulham
This was truly a fantastic performance from Lemina and one that will be embraced by the Wolves fans.
It’s been a bit of a tough season for him so far, with his performance levels not really matching those he set last season.
The weight of expectation may have played a part, as well as him being the new captain.
| Mario Lemina vs Fulham |
| Minutes played – 90 |
| Touches – 75 |
| Assists – 1 |
| Passes/completed – 50/60 (83%) |
| Defensive actions – 12 |
| Duels/won – 4/3 |
But Lemina has been much improved in recent weeks and against Fulham, he was brilliant in an unfamiliar role and it must be comforting for O’Neil to know he can use him there as a last resort, amid a shortage of defenders.
It’s looking like both Dawson and Bueno will be available against Bournemouth, so Lemina will likely move back into midfield next weekend.