Wolverhampton Wanderers Celebrate Comeback Victory Over Ipswich Town In Premier League Clash

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Vitor Pereira commended his Wolves squad for their determination to secure a win against Ipswich Town, pushing the latter closer to relegation. Despite Ipswich taking an early lead through Liam Delap, Wolves dominated the second half. Goals from Pablo Sarabia and Jorgen Strand Larsen ensured a comeback victory. This result leaves Wolves 12 points ahead of Ipswich, who are likely facing a return to the Championship.

Pereira's impact since joining Wolves in December has been significant. Under his leadership, the team has amassed 23 points from 15 matches, climbing from 19th to eighth in the league standings during this period. His first match was a decisive 3-0 victory over Leicester City on December 22. "I don't know if it is guaranteed safety, but we will try to win the next game," Pereira told BBC Sport.

Wolves have achieved three consecutive Premier League victories for the first time since December 2023, even without star forward Matheus Cunha due to suspension. Pereira praised Marshall Munetsi, who joined in January and replaced Cunha in the starting lineup. Munetsi's presence has enhanced Strand Larsen's performance by creating and attacking spaces effectively.

"If you look at the game, Strand Larsen is getting better because he's more adapted to the Premier League," said Pereira. "Now Munetsi is playing close to him, creating spaces, attacking spaces every time, supporting the first ball." This tactical adjustment has contributed significantly to Larsen's recent success on the field.

Despite playing with a fractured hand, Strand Larsen has scored four goals in his last three Premier League matches—matching his tally from his previous 18 games. When asked about concerns over aggravating his injury during celebrations, he remarked: "I couldn't care less about that. The doctor will say: 'You have to be careful!' We went nuts celebrating with the fans; it was amazing."

Pereira emphasized that Wolves' focus remains on self-imposed pressure rather than external expectations. "Our pressure is the pressure we put on ourselves," he stated. "At the end of the game, we need to feel we did our work." He expressed satisfaction for everyone involved with Wolves: "I'm very happy for the club, the supporters and the team because we deserved it."

The team's current form reflects their strong connection with supporters and their commitment to playing assertively. "They scored first, but we had some chances," Pereira noted. "We came here to win. It's not time to wait; it's time to play, press them and win the game." His approach prioritizes pressing opponents and maintaining high tempo throughout matches.

Pereira's strategy has revitalized Wolves' season as they continue striving for further victories while ensuring their place in top-flight football remains secure.