PL: Spurs beaten 4-2 by ruthless Wolves at Molineux

IANS April 13, 2025 202 views

Wolverhampton Wanderers delivered a crushing 4-2 victory against Tottenham Hotspur at Molineux, exposing significant defensive vulnerabilities. Rayan Ait-Nouri and Jorgen Strand Larsen were instrumental in the comprehensive win, with Mathys Tel and Richarlison scoring for Spurs. The result leaves Tottenham in a precarious 15th position, increasing pressure on manager Ange Postecoglou. This match represents Wolves' most decisive win against Spurs since 1957, highlighting a dramatic shift in the teams' fortunes.

"A nightmare start saw Wolves take the lead just 85 seconds in" - Match Report
London, April 13: Tottenham Hotspur endured a tough afternoon as Wolverhampton Wanderers ran out 4-2 winners at Molineux, extending their unbeaten run against Spurs to five matches and closing the gap to just two points in the Premier League table.

Key Points

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Wolves extend unbeaten run against Spurs to five matches

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Mathys Tel scores consolation goal for Tottenham

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Ait-Nouri and Strand Larsen lead Wolves assault

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Spurs drop to 15th place in dramatic defeat

A nightmare start saw Wolves take the lead just 85 seconds in, with Rayan Ait-Nouri lashing home a half-volley after Spurs failed to clear a wide free-kick. VAR checked for offside but the goal stood. Ange Postecoglou’s side looked rattled early on, and despite some signs of attacking intent – including a blocked volley from Mathys Tel and a long-range strike from Yves Bissouma – the hosts struck again before half-time. Guglielmo Vicario pushed a header away under pressure, but the ball struck Djed Spence and bounced into his own net to make it 2-0 at the break.

Spurs pulled one back shortly before the hour mark through Tel, who finished off a slick move started by Lucas Bergvall and assisted by Brennan Johnson’s low cross. However, Wolves responded almost immediately, capitalising on defensive indecision. Cristian Romero appeared to have the situation under control, but Ait-Nouri pounced, setting up Jorgen Strand Larsen for a simple tap-in to restore Wolves’ two-goal cushion.

The closing stages brought more drama. Spurs clawed their way back into the contest in the 85th minute when Richarlison reacted quickest after Romero’s header was tipped onto the bar by Jose Sa, reducing the deficit to 3-2.

Yet any hope of a late comeback was short-lived. Just a minute later, Bergvall was caught in possession in midfield, and Wolves made Spurs pay. Matheus Cunha danced past Ben Davies and slotted home a composed finish to seal the 4-2 win for Vitor Pereira’s side.

The result marked the first time Wolves had scored four goals against Spurs since 1957, and leaves the North London club languishing in 15th, with pressure mounting ahead of the season’s final stretch.

Reader Comments

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James K.
That defensive performance was shocking from Spurs. Romero had one of his worst games in a while. Wolves were clinical though - fair play to them! 😬
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Sarah L.
Tel continues to impress me! One of the few bright spots in this Spurs team right now. That goal was class 👏
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Mike T.
As a Wolves fan, this was incredible to watch! Ait-Nouri was everywhere today. Our counter attacks were lethal. COYW! 🐺
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Anna B.
I think Postecoglou needs to rethink his tactics. We keep conceding early goals and the defense looks so disorganized. Not good enough for a club with top 4 ambitions.
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Raj P.
That Bergvall mistake for the 4th goal was painful to watch. Young player though - he'll learn from it. Wolves were just too good today.
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Tom W.
First time Wolves scored 4 against Spurs since 1957?! That's wild. What a time to be alive as a Wolves supporter!

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