Vitor Pereira has become the first Wolves manager to win four consecutive Premier League games.
Wolves’ 4-2 win over Spurs saw the side extend their run to four wins and one draw from their last five.
Wolves are one of the most in-form teams since February, and to show his appreciation, Pereira has, on more than one occasion, celebrated with fans.
Wetherspoons manager reveals Vitor Pereira celebrations
Pereira’s special connection with Wolves fans has been helped by his willingness to spend time with them in a local Wetherspoons after matches.
The 56-year-old’s most recent to The Moon Under Water pub saw him drinking and celebrating with local fans.
Speaking to the Express & Star about Pereira’s second visit in as many wins, Wetherspoons manager Luke Tomkinson said: “The club’s assistant manager [Luis Miguel] came in first at about 6 p.m. I was just on my break and one of the door staff came up to me and said ‘the big man is on his way in’.
“I thought he meant Tim Martin [JD Wetherspoon founder] but he said ‘no we think Vitor Pereira may be coming in’, so I got a bit excited about that.
“The assistant manager Luis Miguel Facetimed Vitor and Vitor was sort of playing it off saying ‘I don’t know if I will come in’ and all the fans started gathering around chanting and he said ‘yes I will come in for a drink’.
“All of the fans rushed to the bar and started buying him drinks and then about an hour later he came in and everyone applauded. For about an hour there was just none stop chanting. It was absolutely mad.”
Special connection something to build on
The work Pereira has done since he was appointed last December is undeniable.
The former Al-Shabab boss has not only improved results, but he’s unified the squad and built a real sense of togetherness.
Although the summer transfer window will be Pereira’s biggest challenge yet, Wolves’ January signings, including Marshall Munetsi and Emmanuel Agbadou, prove he can bring in the right additions.
Fans have every right to feel excited ahead of next season — a campaign that should see the Old Gold make significant progress, and who knows, perhaps even challenge for an unlikely European spot.