Wolves secured a 1-0 victory against Burnley at Molineux, with Hee-Chan Hwang netting the decisive goal, marking his eighth in the Premier League this season. The win propels Gary O’Neil’s team to 12th place on the table, while Vincent Kompany’s side remains in 19th position following this defeat.
Hwang’s calm finish in the first half proved sufficient for Wolves to claim the three points and hand Burnley a reality check after their five-goal triumph over Sheffield United. The victory also marked Wolves’ first clean sheet since August, showcasing defensive improvement.
Despite the opportunity to exit the relegation zone with a win, Burnley faced self-inflicted issues, with Hwang’s goal originating from a possession giveaway while attempting to build from the back. This recurring problem leaves Burnley in the 19th spot.
Looking ahead, Wolves will face Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday, followed by a live Sky Sports clash against West Ham on December 17. Burnley’s upcoming matches include an away fixture against Brighton on Saturday and a Sky Sports-hosted encounter against Everton on December 16.
Wolves take advantage of Burnley’s defensive blunder…
Wolves secured a 1-0 victory over Burnley in the Premier League, capitalizing on a defensive error that left the visitors struggling in the relegation zone. The decisive moment occurred three minutes before half-time when Burnley attempted to play out from the back. Sander Berge lost possession, and Matheus Cunha fed the ball to Hwang Hee-chan, who calmly scored his eighth league goal of the season.
The match witnessed few clear-cut chances, with Wolves goalkeeper Daniel Bentley making a brilliant double-save in the first half to deny Jay Rodriguez and Josh Brownhill. Wolves climbed to 12th in the table, while Burnley, coming off a 5-0 win against Sheffield United, remained second from bottom.
Despite Burnley’s previous significant victory, they failed to earn points when conceding first, becoming the only Premier League team yet to do so. The home side’s workmanlike performance lacked dazzle but maintained control, securing their first clean sheet in 12 games since late August, a satisfying outcome for manager Gary O’Neil.
Pablo Sarabia had a notable opportunity before the half-hour mark, turning Nelson Semedo’s cross over the bar. After Bentley’s double-save, Wolves took the lead, exploiting Burnley’s defensive lapse. In the second half, Craig Dawson’s superb ball across the six-yard box went unexploited by Burnley.
Burnley’s manager, Vincent Kompany, might find fault with his team’s naivety leading to Wolves’ goal. Despite a late attempt from Sarabia with an excellent free kick saved by Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, Wolves comfortably maintained their lead until the end of the game.
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