Rob Edwards focuses on ‘another opportunity’ as Wolves seek momentum shift

Wolverhampton Wanderers head into one of the Premier League’s most daunting fixtures still searching for their first win under Rob Edwards, but the new head coach insists the trip to Anfield represents another chance to spark a much-needed turnaround.

Wolves travel to face the reigning champions Liverpool having scored just once since Edwards’ appointment, with confidence fragile and pressure slowly building around Molineux. A spirited but narrow 2-1 defeat away to Arsenal last time out showed signs of improvement, yet also highlighted the tension that continues to follow the squad. Despite losing 0-2 at home against Brentford in their last Premier League match,

Speaking ahead of the trip, Edwards acknowledged the scale of the task but framed it as an opportunity rather than a burden.

“I’m just thinking about the game itself,” Edwards said. “We’re looking forward to another really difficult game, but going to Anfield is always enjoyable. It’s a real challenge, it’s one of the most difficult ones, but one of the ones you look forward to.

“It’s always an incredible atmosphere there, but it’s just another game and another opportunity for us.”

For a Wolves side in need of belief, Edwards’ calm tone reflects an attempt to remove fear from the occasion, even if the league leaders represent the toughest possible test.

Wolves’ task is complicated further by ongoing injury issues. Hugo Bueno has returned to training and will be assessed in the coming days, offering a potential boost. However, Toti Gomes faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.

“Toti is out for a significant period of time,” Edwards confirmed. “It’ll be weeks for him. It’s a big blow for him and the team, but it’s an opportunity for other people and that’s just the nature of the game.”

Edwards also admitted Wolves have suffered several muscle injuries in recent weeks, suggesting the squad has been pushed hard as the new coaching staff attempt to raise intensity and standards.

While away performances have been competitive, Edwards acknowledged that home form has been particularly affected by anxiety in the stands — something he believes the players inevitably feel.

“Especially at home, you can see there’s a difference,” he said. “There’s an edginess and a nervousness around, and if there’s a mistake or something goes against us, that does affect the atmosphere, and in turn, is affecting the lads as well.

“They’re not robots, so it’s impossible for them to just not hear it.”

Those comments underline the psychological challenge Wolves face as much as the tactical one. Tight matches have often turned on small moments, with Wolves repeatedly ending up on the wrong side of fine margins.

Despite the winless run, Edwards insists there are encouraging signs behind the scenes. Training standards have risen, and consistency is improving, even if results have yet to reflect that progress.

“We’re seeing levels improving in training,” he said. “We’ve had a lot of quite tight games, but moments have affected us and we’ve come off the wrong end of the results.

“We knew the situation we were coming into, but it’s just making us work even harder to try and turn this around.”

Having followed Wolves closely in recent weeks, it is clear Edwards is focused on incremental progress rather than short-term fixes. However, patience will continue to be tested until results arrive.

A positive performance at Anfield, even without a result, could help steady nerves and reinforce belief ahead of upcoming fixtures that offer more realistic opportunities for points. Much will depend on Wolves’ ability to stay competitive for long periods and avoid the moments that have repeatedly undone them.

Liverpool’s intensity and quality will stretch Wolves physically and mentally, but Edwards views the fixture as another step in a longer process rather than a defining moment.

Can Wolves turn incremental improvement into a defining result at Anfield, or is patience still required under Rob Edwards?