Wolves clinched a narrow 2-1 victory over a spirited Ipswich Town side at Molineux in Match Week 16. Goals from Matt Doherty (15′) and Matheus Cunha (71′) secured the points for the home team, while Ipswich’s J. Taylor bagged a late consolation (93′). Despite Ipswich pushing Wolves until the final whistle, their chances just fell short.
Stat Breakdown
Shots: Wolves – 16, Ipswich – 10
xG: Wolves – 2.16, Ipswich – 1.94
Possession: Wolves – 54%, Ipswich – 46%
Touches in the Box: Wolves – 24, Ipswich – 23
Both sides created opportunities, but Wolves were marginally more clinical. Ipswich, with an impressive 1.94 xG, lacked the sharp finishing needed to capitalize on their chances.
Match Momentum
Wolves came out strong early, and their momentum was rewarded with Doherty’s opening goal. Ipswich grew into the game as the first half progressed, leveling the tempo. The second half saw Wolves regain control through Cunha’s goal, but Ipswich ramped up late pressure, culminating in Taylor’s late strike, nearly snatching a point.
Shots and Goals Analysis
Wolves: A total of 16 shots with 6 on target, converting twice. The shot map highlights Wolves’ consistent pressure in central areas near the goal, with Cunha finishing from close range.
Ipswich: Managed 10 shots, hitting the target 3 times. Their best moment came from J. Taylor’s late goal, representing a well-taken effort (xG: 0.22).
Possession Tactics – Pass Maps
Wolves: Dominated possession with a structured build-up play. Lemina and Andre controlled the midfield while Matheus Cunha provided the attacking spark. Wide movements through Ait-Nouri and Doherty proved key in stretching Ipswich’s defense.
Ipswich: Focused on organized transitions. Hutchinson and Burns attempted to penetrate Wolves’ defense down the flanks, while Sam Morsy anchored their central possession. Their pass map shows decent connectivity but fewer touches in dangerous areas.
Wolves executed their game plan to perfection, converting crucial chances and holding firm late on. Ipswich can take pride in their performance, pushing Wolves to the wire but ultimately needing more clinical edge.