Wolves Stun Liverpool with Late Drama at Molineux

Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Molineux on Tuesday, marking back-to-back Premier League wins for the bottom-placed side. Rodrigo Gomes and André scored late goals to snatch the win, leaving Liverpool to rue a lack of cutting edge.

Gomes Shines as Wolves Seize the Lead

The breakthrough arrived in the 78th minute with Wolves’ first shot of the match. Tolu Arokodare battled for possession and slipped the ball to Rodrigo Gomes, who calmly finished beyond Alisson to deliver Wolves a 1-0 lead . Gomes described the night as “unbelievable,” adding that the team is building momentum .

Salah Responds, But Late Twist Decides the Game

Liverpool responded quickly, with Mohamed Salah scoring his first league goal of 2026 in the 85th minute to level the score . However, the drama wasn’t over. Deep into stoppage time, André’s effort deflected off Joe Gomez and looped over Alisson to seal a famous victory for Wolves .

Wolves’ Defensive Solidity and Counter-Attacking Prowess

Rodrigo Gomes highlighted the team’s defensive performance, stating they were “very compact and didn’t allow a lot of chances to Liverpool” . The win was built on a solid defensive foundation and the ability to capitalize on counter-attacking opportunities.

A Night for the Gomeses

The match also saw a unique moment in Premier League history, with Wolves fielding four players with the surname Gomes – Rodrigo Gomes, João Gomes, Toti Gomes, and Angel Gomes . João Gomes had previously scored in a recent victory against Aston Villa.

Looking Ahead

Despite the victory, Wolves remain in a precarious position at the bottom of the table, 11 points from safety . However, consecutive wins have provided a much-needed boost and a glimmer of hope for their survival. Liverpool will require to regroup and rediscover their form as they continue their pursuit of a top-four finish.