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Wolves vs Southampton

Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton, West Midlands15 January 2022 at 15:00
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Referee: M. Salisbury

Match Events

Wolves
Southampton
Kick Off
Penalty awarded35′
VAR
R. Jiménez

Penalty

37′
Half Time
46′
I. DialloC. Adams
58′Lyanco
C. Coady
59′
Goal confirmed61′
VAR
Raúl Jiménez62′
71′
N. TellaS. Armstrong
TrincãoAdama Traoré
78′
78′
A. BrojaA. Armstrong
R. JiménezFábio Silva
80′
84′
J. Ward-Prowse
86′James Ward-Prowse
87′Mohammed Salisu
Daniel PodenceL. Cundle
90+6′
Adama Traoré

assist: R. Aït Nouri

90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal10
3Shots off Goal3
9Total Shots13
1Blocked Shots0
8Shots insidebox8
1Shots outsidebox5
13Fouls14
2Corner Kicks10
2Offsides1
43%Ball Possession57%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
9Goalkeeper Saves2
327Total passes437
234Passes accurate354
72%Passes %81%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Wolves is 6.69, compared to 6.72 for Southampton. 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 José Sá (6.83), while Southampton's best-rated player is Oriol Romeu (6.72).

Defensive Solidity

Wolves deploy 3 defenders rated 6.54 on average, against Southampton'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 —, versus Southampton's 5 rated 6.72. 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 2 for Southampton 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 73% for Wolves and 78% for Southampton. 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 2 for Southampton. 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 29.0 (youngest: Toti (26), oldest: José Sá (32)), while Southampton average 34.0 (youngest: Oriol Romeu (34), oldest: Oriol Romeu (34)). 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 20 league appearances each, versus 6 for Southampton. 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.

Wolves3-4-33-5-2Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
116Coady32Dendonc.22Semedo23Kilman3Nouri24Toti28Moutinho10Podence9Jiménez11Trincão44Forster35Bednarek15Perraud4Lyanco22Salisu6Romeu11Redmond8Ward-Pr.23Tella27Diallo18Broja

Substitutes

Coach: Bruno Lage

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hasenhüttl

WolvesPosition StrengthSouthampton
6.69
Avg Rating
6.72
6.83Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.54Defender (3 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 5)6.72
0G 0A0G 0A
Wolves3-4-3
1GoalkeeperJosé Sá6.8
16DefenderC. Coady
23DefenderM. Kilman
24DefenderToti6.5
32MidfielderL. Dendoncker
22MidfielderNélson Semedo
3MidfielderR. Aït Nouri
28MidfielderJoão Moutinho
10ForwardDaniel Podence
9ForwardR. Jiménez
11ForwardTrincão
Southampton3-5-2
44GoalkeeperF. Forster
35DefenderJ. Bednarek
4DefenderLyanco
22DefenderM. Salisu
15MidfielderR. Perraud
6MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
8MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
23MidfielderN. Tella
27MidfielderI. Diallo
11ForwardN. Redmond
18ForwardA. Broja

Match Summary

Wolves defeated Southampton 3:1. The match was played in Premier League 2021. Goals were scored by R. Jiménez 37′ (pen.), C. Coady 59′, J. Ward-Prowse 84′, Adama Traoré 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Wolves had 43% possession while Southampton held 57%. Wolves had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (10 on target) for Southampton. Wolves made 3 substitutions, Southampton made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Rayan Aït Nouri 35′), Goal confirmed (Conor Coady 61′).

Rivalry since 2017

Wolves vs Southampton Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Wolves
9
wins
Drawn
2
Southampton
2
wins
Total goals
32 · 2.5/match
Both scored
7/13 · 54%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Wolves

LDLLLD

Southampton

WDLDWW

Match Prediction

Wolves

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Southampton

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Wolves or draw

47%Form53%
17%Attack83%
82%Defence18%
71%Head-to-head29%

Injuries & Suspensions

Wolves

  • DoubtfulHwang Hee-Chan
  • DoubtfulJonny
  • DoubtfulY. Mosquera
  • DoubtfulP. Neto
  • DoubtfulR. Saiss

Southampton

  • DoubtfulM. Djenepo
  • DoubtfulM. Elyounoussi
  • DoubtfulV. Livramento
  • DoubtfulW. Smallbone
  • DoubtfulA. McCarthy

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: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026