Premier League giants Wolverhampton Wanderers will be looking to get their new Premier League campaign off to the right start when they travel to Bramall Lane on Monday evening. Nuno Espirito Santo’s Wolves side will be looking to build on their 7th place finish from last season, where they were beaten to a Europa League spot by Tottenham Hotspur on the final day of the season. The fact that Arsenal beat Chelsea in the FA Cup final did nothing to help their cause either.
Had they secured a win against Chelsea in the final Premier League game of last season, Europe would’ve likely been a reality for Nuno’s side. With several key signings made during the summer as well, Wolves look better equipped than ever to challenge at the top of the table, and the presence of names of Raul Jimenez and Adama Traore in their roster will strike fear into the hearts of opposition defenders. The upcoming campaign promises to be an exciting one for Wolves fans, and beating the Blades in the opening match of their campaign will be the first step towards success this season.
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Wolves aren’t currently faced with too many injury concerns, with the only major one that of speedy wing-back Jonny Otto. The left-sided speedster has been nothing short of a sensation since making a move to Wolves, but the fact that they’ve signed a replacement this summer in Marcal will come as a boost to Nuno’s plans for the tie. Although there were concerns about whether Adama Traore would recover in time for the match against Sheffield, the speedster is now likely to make an appearance from the start.
Here Is The Predicted 3-4-3 Wolves Lineup Vs Sheffield United:
Predicted 3-4-3 Wolves Lineup Vs Sheffield United
Formation: 3-4-3
Defence
Portuguese shot-stopper Rui Patricio has been a revelation in between the sticks since moving to Wolves, and his place in the side has never really been under question. In front of him, expect Nuno to deploy his preferred three-man back-line. Although Wolves have some additional choices at the back in terms of personnel, they’re likely to start this tie with the usual trio of Willy Boly, Conor Coady and Romain Saiss. Coady was recently given his full England debut by Gareth Southgate, and the big defender will be raring to build on what has been a massive week for him personally.
Midfield
Nuno’s standard 3-4-3 setup uses two wing-backs in the edges of the midfield line, who are responsible for offering most of the width that this Wolves team produces. With Jonny Otto out injured and Matt Doherty now a Tottenham player, the gaffer could go with Adama Traore and new signing Marcal in the wide roles. While the latter will be making his Premier League debut, Traore’s inclusion is one that Wolves fans will expect. The Wolves engine room could be filled by the usual suspects, a well-balanced Portuguese duo consisting of Ruben Neves and Joao Moutinho.
Attack
Despite making multiple offensive additions to the side over the last couple of transfer windows, it’s unlikely for Nuno to drift from his original attacking plan. Mexican sensation Raul Jimenez is expected to continue in the central striking role, while Portuguese international Diogo Jota should support him on the left flank. Daniel Podence was one of the players that Nuno brought in last season, and the tricky winger should be given a start ahead of Pedro Neto for what promises to be a feisty encounter between two high-flying sides.
