Wolves had the better chances in the first half, as they continually surged into the opposition half, but were unable to find the opener.
WOLVES
Key Talking Point
All the talk heading into the match was about whether Wolves could secure their first home win of the season, and
Given their exciting style of play, there's no reason why Molineux can't now become a fortress, and there's every chance that Wolves can pull off some real upsets at home to the big boys this season.
Player Ratings
Starting XI:
Substitutes: Adama Traore (6)
STAR MAN -
It's hard to imagine that
Here's how his performance went down performance went down on social media.
Chelsea really should replace Fabregas with Ruben Neves next season.
— AM29 (@MorataSZN) September 16, 2018
Ruben Neves is a cracking player, definitely be playing at one of the top 6 clubs next season
— joeee (@joee_cfc) September 16, 2018
The sharpness of Ruben Neves’ footballing brain is a thing of beauty, sees passes so early
— Spectacular Vernacular (@DubulDee) September 16, 2018
Ruben Neves.襤襤
— Dean Ryan (@DeanRyan89) September 16, 2018
WORST PLAYER -
BURNLEY
Key Talking Point
Burnley were never going to approach this match with free-wheeling, luxury football, but their lack of cutting edge in the opposition area was a real issue. Wolves only really under pressure at set pieces, but still the towering forwards were unable to cause any chaos.
With the defence looking back to their best, the Clarets attackers need to start pulling their socks up and delivering the goods to start picking up some points.
Burnley's loss sees them sink to the 19th in the table, with four defeats and a draw so far this season. However If the defence can maintain their solidity, and the attackers find some cohesion going forward, the Clarets are more than capable of staving off relegation.
Player Ratings
Starting XI: Hart (8*) Bardsley (5) Tarkowski (7) Mee (7) Taylor (6)
Substitutes: Vydra (6) Wood (6) Westwood (6)
STAR MAN - Joe Hart
Joe Hart suffered greatly at the hands of fans and the press alike in recent seasons, as his failure to impress Man City boss Pep Guardiola saw him farmed out on loan, eventually losing his England place too.
Hart has looked like a man with a point to prove this season, and the 31-year-old was in sensational form against Wolves, pulling off a series of reflex saves to keep his side in the game. The veteran stopper was arguably very unlucky to end up on the losing side.
Here's how his performance went down on social media.
Joe Hart’s on fire
— Anthony Nugent gbeng (@AnthonyNugent97) September 16, 2018
I thought Joe Hart was finished.I was wrong
— Steve Plant (@wolvesmatchworn) September 16, 2018
Joe Hart just got about 400 fantasy footy points
— Andy Castell (@AJ3) September 16, 2018
Joe Hart has been SUBLIME for Burnley so far (vs Wolverhampton).
— 퐫퐡퐧퐚퐥퐝퐨 (@rhnaldo) September 16, 2018
Wolves are still going to win this game, but Hart doesn’t make it easy for the wolfpack.
WORST PLAYER - Phil Bardsley
While Burnley defended exceptionally well against Wolves, Phil Bardsley looked worryingly ropey at times, and was lucky not to be sent off as he put in a series of clumsy challenge as the game wore on.
Looking Ahead
Wolves will look to build on their win next time out, when they face a daunting trip to Old Trafford to take on José Mourinho's Manchester United.
Burnley are in desperate need of a win, and will be vying to move out of the relegation zone next weekend, when they a spirited Bournemouth side at Turf Moor.
Source: 90min