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Wolves vs Sunderland: Team News and Confirmed Lineups

Wolverhampton Wanderers host Sunderland at Molineux as both sides look to close out the season on a positive note. Wolves, already relegated, are playing for pride after a difficult run of form, while Sunderland arrive aiming to steady their campaign following inconsistent recent results.

The reverse fixture saw Sunderland come out on top, adding extra incentive for the hosts, with both teams eager to deliver a stronger performance here. Here is the latest team news and confirmed lineups ahead of Wolves vs Sunderland.

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Wolves vs Sunderland Team News & Confirmed Lineups

Wolves Team News

Wolves will be without stopper José Sá and defender Lasislav Krejčí this weekend, with Dan Bentley confirmed to be in goal for Sunderland’s visit to Molinuex. Wolves have no other selection issues. When asked about the player’s mental state after being relegated, Rob Edwards had this to say:

It’s a difficult situation, but I think we are getting the most out of the group. Every day, they come in and give it their absolute all. Again, from when we first came in to now, the training levels are through the roof. They have given it everything, and that side of things can’t be questioned.”

Sunderland Team News

Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris has said that Jocelin Ta Bi should be available for the trip to Molineux. Nilson Angulo and Bertrand Traore will both be subject to a late fitness test. During his pre-match press conference, Le Bris said the following on facing Wolves:

“Wolves have had a “difficult season”, but some good results recently at home, and will be “generating momentum for next season.”

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Wolves Confirmed Lineup

Bentley

Lima

Mosquera

S.Bueno

Toti

H.Bueno

J.Gomes

Andre

Mane

Armstrong

Arokodare

Subs: Gracey, Doherty, Wolfe, Hwang, R.Gomes, Bellegarde, Tchatchoua, A.Gomes, Edozie

Sunderland Confirmed Lineup

Roefs

Mukiele

Reinildo

Ballard

Alderete

Hume

Xhaka

Sadiki

Talbi

Le Fee

Brobbey

Subs: Ellborg, O’Nien, Geertruida, Cirkin, Rigg, Mayenda, Isidor, Diarra, Jocelin

About Luke Fletcher

Is a passionate football writer with a BA (Hons) in Sociology with Criminology and a Postgraduate Certificate in the Sociology of Sport and Exercise. A dedicated Wolverhampton Wanderers fan, he balances his love for the game as a married father of three. When he's not analysing football, he's adding to his ever-growing collection of football shirts or masterminding his latest Football Manager dynasty.

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