Wolverhampton Wanderers will host Sunderland at Molineux Stadium on May 2, 2026. While Wolves have already been relegated from the Premier League, Sunderland is still in the race for European qualification despite suffering a recent heavy defeat.
Sunderland faced a disappointing 5-0 loss against Nottingham Forest in their last match. This defeat marked their fourth loss in five home games, raising concerns about their form as they fight for a spot in Europe.
Wolves have struggled all season, scoring just 24 goals, making them the lowest scorers in the league. They’ve failed to find the net in a staggering 18 matches, highlighting their offensive woes. Recently, they suffered three consecutive defeats to teams near the bottom of the table, with an aggregate score of 8-0.
This season has been particularly challenging for Wolves. They have lost all four of their matches against promoted teams and have not scored in numerous games. As one observer noted, “Wolves may compete, but they lack goals and confidence.” Meanwhile, Sunderland aims to complete their first league double over Wolves since the 1949-50 season.
Key statistics:
- Sunderland is three points behind Bournemouth with four games remaining.
- Wolves have conceded 63 goals this season.
- Sunderland has kept a clean sheet in each of their last four league meetings with Wolves.
- The Black Cats have conceded nine goals across their last two league games.
As the match approaches, expectations are high for Sunderland. Many believe they should secure a victory against a struggling Wolves side. However, with both teams facing pressure—Sunderland to qualify for Europe and Wolves to end their season on a high note—this clash could be more competitive than anticipated.
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