Wolves midfielder João Gomes has delivered a candid reflection on life at Molineux, speaking to ESPN Brazil about his club’s poor start to the Premier League season, his ambitions with Brazil, and how fatherhood has changed his outlook on life.
At 24, Gomes is regarded as one of Wolves’ most important midfielders, but he acknowledges that the campaign has started in worrying fashion.
“It’s been a little difficult, we haven’t got points,” he admitted. “We have to look back at what we did well in the previous season and try to repeat that.”
Wolves’ slow start and the way forward
Wolves remain rooted to the bottom of the Premier League, having failed to pick up a point in their opening fixtures. Gomes insists the squad must rediscover the intensity and cohesion that defined their performances last year under Vítor Pereira.
“I’m working towards it. But I have to be good here, my team has to be good. That’s one of the decisive factors.” — João Gomes
For Gomes, improving Wolves’ performances is not just about club survival — it is also about personal growth and his long-term international aspirations.
Fatherhood and new priorities
Off the pitch, Gomes revealed that becoming a father to his son Pedro just over a year ago has reshaped his life. He described the early days as a challenge, balancing training with supporting his wife during recovery.
“I had to leave training running home to give support,” he said. “It changed everything in my life. I now value family time above everything else and pay less attention to irrelevant noise.”
Respect for South American football
Gomes also used the interview to argue that South American football deserves more recognition. He believes the gap between Europe and Brazil is narrowing, with the Club World Cup proving that South American sides can compete at the highest level.
He pointed to the number of players moving successfully from Brazil to the Premier League as further evidence of the region’s strength.
Quickfire choices: teammates, rivals and style
Gomes wrapped up the interview with a light-hearted quickfire round:
- Dream midfield: João Gomes, André, Giorgian de Arrascaeta, Matheus Cunha.
- Toughest opponent faced: Jeremy Doku.
- Most impressive in training: Rodrygo.
- Best coach: Vítor Pereira at Wolves, with a nod to Dorival Júnior at Flamengo.
- Best dressed teammate: “Toti Gomes.”
Analyst verdict: leadership role awaits
FootballPlace analyst John William believes Gomes is emerging as both a midfield anchor and a voice of leadership:
“João Gomes speaks with honesty and maturity. His comments show a player who understands the team’s weaknesses but also recognises his own responsibility. If Wolves are to climb the table, his energy and determination will be central.”
Key insights
- João Gomes admits Wolves “haven’t got points” and must rediscover last season’s spark.
- The 24-year-old dreams of World Cup and Champions League football.
- Fatherhood has changed his perspective, prioritising family life over outside noise.
- He praised South American football’s growing competitiveness.
- Quickfire picks included Jeremy Doku as his toughest opponent and Toti Gomes as Wolves’ style king.
What’s next?
Wolves face a crucial run of fixtures as they seek their first points of the season. For Gomes, the immediate task is to help the team stabilise results before his personal dreams of international football can come closer to reality.
Longer term, he hopes to tick off two of football’s ultimate goals: representing Brazil at a World Cup and playing in the Champions League. But for now, as he put it himself, everything depends on Wolves’ improvement.
👉 Can João Gomes lead Wolves out of trouble and put himself on course for a Brazil call-up?
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