Wolverhampton Wanderers beat Preston 3-1 on Saturday at Deepdale, ending a 16-month away win drought that stretched back to April 20, 2025, when Pablo Sarabia’s goal saw them defeat Manchester United at Old Trafford. The win was the club’s first away victory since the 2023-24 season, when they finished bottom of the Premier League and failed to win on the road.
A Long-Awaited Victory
The match at Deepdale saw Wolves secure a 3-1 result, the first time they had won away from home in over a year. The 5,600-strong away end was a roaring support that helped the team break the spell of bad form on the road.
Key Moments
Fer Lopez opened the scoring within eight minutes, capitalising on a moment of individual quality and a lapse in Preston’s defence. The first half saw Wolves struggle to build on the lead, but the second half was more decisive. Adam Armstrong finished a brilliant one-two with Raul Jimenez to double the advantage, and Lopez added a second goal to seal the win.
The defence improved markedly compared to the first two games of the season. Jackson Tchatchoua and Nasser Djiga started in place of injured Kieran Trippier and Yerson Mosquera, and both performed well, keeping the back line composed and avoiding major mistakes.
Manager's Perspective
Manager Cesar Peixoto said the win was “important because it brings the winning feeling back to the club.” He added that the team’s mindset had changed, noting that the squad has “much more quality than they showed last year.” Peixoto praised the contributions of all players, including the bench, and expressed confidence in the entire squad.
He also highlighted the need to keep fighting for points, pointing out that after a draw in the first game they had four points from two matches, a step toward the six points they hoped for.
Implications and Next Steps
The victory gives Wolves a boost of confidence as they look to climb the Championship table. Peixoto warned that the club still needs work and that the remaining days of the transfer window should be used to add more quality, balance and competition.
The win at Deepdale demonstrates that Wolves can change their mentality and perform when it matters most. With the squad’s quality now on display, the club’s next challenge will be to maintain the momentum and secure more points in the coming fixtures.
