“It was looking like everything was just falling apart. It’s not looking like that now,” said Wolves head coach Rob Edwards after his team rallied to earn a 2-2 draw against Brentford at the GTech Community Stadium.
Brentford initially took control of the match, leading 2-0 with goals from Michael Kayode and Igor Thiago. However, Wolves demonstrated their resilience, with Adam Armstrong scoring the first goal for the visitors, followed by Tolu Arokodare’s equalizer just two minutes before the final whistle.
Edwards, who has faced criticism for his team’s performance, noted the positive impact of his substitutes, stating, “But I thought all the subs came on and affected the game really well – Tolu got his goal, Angel, Rodrigo, I thought they all had an effect.”
This draw is particularly significant for Wolves, who have been struggling this season and are still 12 points from safety in the Premier League. Despite this, they have managed to delay relegation and are currently mid-table in the league’s form book.
Wolves have experienced a challenging run, with five losses in their last 16 games across all competitions. Edwards has won only five of his 23 games as head coach, a statistic that has raised concerns among fans and analysts alike.
Prior to Edwards’ appointment, Wolves were on a 12-match losing streak, making their recent performance a notable turnaround. The team has seven games left in the season, presenting an opportunity to build on this momentum.
Despite their struggles, “Wolves may still be going down but they are not falling apart, with cause to be optimistic,” a sentiment echoed by many supporters following the match.
Having already hit the woodwork through scorer Armstrong earlier in the game, Wolves were determined not to be denied again, showcasing their fighting spirit in the face of adversity.
As the season progresses, Wolves will look to capitalize on this draw and build towards securing their place in the Premier League for another season.