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Wolves vs Bournemouth

Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton15 December 2018 at 15:00
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Referee: Simon Hooper

Match Events

Wolves
Bournemouth
Kick Off
R. Jiménez

assist: Diogo Jota

12′
34′Steve Cook
36′
T. MingsDiego Rico
39′Jefferson Lerma
Half Time
Diogo JotaHélder Costa
46′
58′
J. IbeC. Wilson
M. Gibbs-WhiteR. Saïss
75′
80′
J. StanislasL. Mousset
R. JiménezIvan Cavaleiro
89′
Ivan Cavaleiro

assist: Hélder Costa

90+4′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal5
10Total Shots13
3Blocked Shots5
6Shots insidebox7
4Shots outsidebox6
15Fouls7
5Corner Kicks3
4Offsides0
37%Ball Possession63%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
389Total passes633
281Passes accurate535
72%Passes %85%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Wolves is 6.55, compared to — for Bournemouth. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Wolves's highest-rated starter is M. Doherty (6.55), while Bournemouth's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Wolves deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Bournemouth's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Wolves field 4 midfielders averaging 6.55, versus Bournemouth's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Wolves start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Bournemouth averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 80% for Wolves and —% for Bournemouth. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Wolves's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Bournemouth. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Wolves's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: M. Doherty (33), oldest: M. Doherty (33)), while Bournemouth average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Wolves's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Bournemouth. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Wolves3-4-1-23-4-2-1Bournemouth
GKDEFMIDFWD
11Patrício5Bennett15Boly2Doherty16Coady19Castro28Moutinho8Neves18Jota17Gibbs-W.9Jiménez27Begović11Daniels3Cook5Aké26Mings6Surman19Stanisl.24Fraser10Ibe8Lerma17King

Substitutes

Coach: Nuno Espírito Santo

Substitutes

Coach: E. Howe

WolvesPosition StrengthBournemouth
6.55
Avg Rating
6.55Midfielder (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Wolves3-4-1-2
11GoalkeeperRui Patrício
5DefenderR. Bennett
15DefenderW. Boly
16DefenderC. Coady
2MidfielderM. Doherty6.5
19MidfielderJonny Castro
28MidfielderJoão Moutinho
8MidfielderRúben Neves
18ForwardDiogo Jota
17ForwardM. Gibbs-White
9ForwardR. Jiménez
Bournemouth3-4-2-1
27GoalkeeperA. Begović
3DefenderS. Cook
5DefenderN. Aké
26DefenderT. Mings
11MidfielderC. Daniels
6MidfielderA. Surman
10MidfielderJ. Ibe
8MidfielderJ. Lerma
19ForwardJ. Stanislas
24ForwardR. Fraser
17ForwardJ. King

Match Summary

Wolves defeated Bournemouth 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2018. Goals were scored by R. Jiménez 12′, Ivan Cavaleiro 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Wolves had 37% possession while Bournemouth held 63%. Wolves had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Bournemouth. Wolves made 3 substitutions, Bournemouth made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Wolves vs Bournemouth Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Wolves
4
wins
Drawn
2
Bournemouth
7
wins
Total goals
27 · 2.1/match
Both scored
6/13 · 46%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Wolves

LDLLLD

Bournemouth

WWDWWD

Match Prediction

Wolves

35%

Home win

 

35%

Draw

Bournemouth

30%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Wolves or draw

70%Form30%
55%Attack45%
63%Defence37%
0%Head-to-head100%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Wolves

Away Record: Bournemouth

W 107D 85L 147
Over 2.560
Goals scored445

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026