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Wolves vs Brighton

Saturday 10 May 14:00
Premier League Matchday 36

Key points

• Wolves have a strong recent home record with three consecutive wins.
• Brighton has shown defensive vulnerabilities, averaging 2.67 goals conceded per away game.
• Wolves averaged 2 goals scored per game at home in recent matches.
• Brighton has not kept a clean sheet in their last six games.
• Wolves' recent form includes five victories out of their last six matches before facing Manchester City.
• Brighton's away matches have featured high-scoring affairs, often exceeding 2.5 goals.

Standings

Recent form

Wolves

Last 6: WWWWWL

Wolves have shown impressive form in their recent matches, winning five out of their last six games before a narrow 1-0 loss to Manchester City. This remarkable run included a string of five consecutive victories, during which they demonstrated both defensive solidity and attacking prowess. The team kept three clean sheets and scored 11 goals in these six matches, averaging 1.83 goals per game whilst conceding just 0.67. A standout performance came in their 4-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, showcasing their ability to outscore top-tier opposition. Despite their current 13th position in the league, Wolves' recent form suggests they are playing well above their standing, with their goal difference of +7 over these six games highlighting their overall dominance during this period.

Brighton

Last 6: LLDLWD

Brighton's recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, with their last six matches yielding only one win, two draws, and three losses. The Seagulls have struggled defensively, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last six games and conceding an average of 2.33 goals per match. However, they have been productive in attack, scoring in five out of six games and averaging 1.5 goals per match. The high-scoring nature of Brighton's matches is evident, with 83% of their recent games seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring. Notably, their 4-2 defeat to Brentford and 3-2 victory over West Ham stand out as particularly goal-laden encounters. Despite their mixed results, Brighton have managed to maintain a mid-table position, currently sitting 10th in the Premier League with 52 points from 35 games.

Recent home/away form

Wolves

Last 6: WLDWWW

Wolves have shown impressive form at home recently, with a notable three-match winning streak in their last three fixtures at Molineux. The team have been particularly potent in attack, scoring 8 goals in their last three home games, including a high-scoring 4-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. Defensively, Wolves have also been solid, keeping three clean sheets in their last six home matches. Their overall home record in this period is strong, with four wins, one draw, and only one defeat. The team's goal-scoring average of 2 goals per game at home is commendable, while their defensive record of conceding just 0.83 goals per game demonstrates their resilience. Despite their 13th position in the league, Wolves' recent home performances suggest they are a formidable force at Molineux.

Brighton

Last 6: LWWDLL

Brighton's recent away form has been a mixed bag, with some notable highs and lows. The Seagulls have struggled to find consistency on the road, losing their last two away matches against Brentford and Crystal Palace. However, they did manage impressive results earlier in the year, including a 4-0 thrashing of Southampton and a 2-1 FA Cup victory over Newcastle United. Brighton's games have been high-scoring affairs, with all six recent away matches featuring over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in 67% of them. The standout result, albeit for the wrong reasons, was the shocking 7-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, which highlights Brighton's defensive vulnerabilities away from home. Despite conceding an average of 2.67 goals per game on their travels, Brighton have shown they can be potent in attack, scoring 1.83 goals per game and netting four times in their win at Southampton.

🔮 AI Prediction

Wolves win

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