Wolves vs Brentford Prediction - Premier League
Wolves are mired in crisis with a winless streak and a lengthy injury list; can Brentford capitalize on this opportunity to secure all three points at Molineux?
Match context
At 10:00 PM on December 20, 2025, Molineux Stadium will host a Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brentford. This match is crucial for both teams, as Wolves are desperate for their first win of the season, while Brentford want to consolidate their safe position in the league table.
Balance of power and form
Wolves are having a disastrous season, sitting at the bottom of the table with just 2 points from 16 matches played. They are the only team yet to win, with 14 losses and 2 draws. Their last five matches have been five consecutive defeats, highlighting a deep crisis in both their playing style and morale. Their attack has only scored 9 goals, while their defense has conceded 35.
On the opposite side, Brentford are currently in 15th place with 20 points. Despite being in a safer position, the "Hornets'" form has been inconsistent. In their last 5 matches, they have won 1, drawn 1, and lost 3. Brentford's away record this season is also not very promising, with only 1 win in 8 away games.
History of confrontations
Looking at the last five encounters, Brentford holds the advantage with two wins, while Wolves have only won once, and the two teams have drawn twice. Matches between the two teams are usually open and high-scoring, promising an exciting contest.
Force situation
Wolves' difficulties are compounded by a wave of injuries and suspensions. Defender Yerry Mosquera will be absent due to accumulating yellow cards. Emmanuel Agbadou and Tawanda Chirewa are unavailable due to international duty. The injury list also grows, with names like Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Daniel Bentley, Leon Chiwome, Rodrigo Gomes, and Marshall Munetsi also sidelined.
Brentford also lacked their strongest squad. Frank Onyeka and Dango Ouattara were absent for similar reasons. Injuries to Fabio Carvalho, Josh Dasilva, and Antoni Milambo also kept them sidelined, while Reiss Nelson's availability was uncertain.
Predict the result
Based on their poor form, weak defense, and severely depleted squad, Wolves' chances of causing an upset are very low. Although Brentford also have squad problems and a poor away record, they are still considered far superior to the home team. A draw or a win for Brentford is the most likely outcome.
Team lineup updated at 21:23 on December 20, 2025.
Official lineup
Millennium
Diagram: 3-5-2
CoachJamie Collins
Starting lineup:
- 1. José Sá (G)
- 2. Matt Doherty (D)
- 37. Ladislav Krejčí (D)
- 4. Santiago Bueno (D)
- 26. Ki-Jana Hoever (M)
- 8. João Gomes (M)
- 7. André (M)
- 28. Fer López (M)
- 6. David Möller Wolfe (M)
- 9. Jørgen Strand Larsen (F)
- 11. Hee-Chan Hwang (F)
Substitutes:
- 31. Sam Johnstone
- 59. Saheed Olagunju
- 46. Alfie Pond
- 62. Luke Rawlings
- 10. Jhon Arias
- 38. Jackson Tchatchoua
- 36. Mateus Mané
- 14. Tolu Arokodare
- 30. Enso González
Brent Ford
Diagram: 4-3-3
CoachKeith Andrews
Starting lineup:
- 1. Caoimhin Kelleher (G)
- 33. Michael Kayode (D)
- 22. Nathan Collins (D)
- 4. Sepp van den Berg (D)
- 3. Rico Henry (D)
- 18. Yehor Yarmolyuk (M)
- 27. Vitally Janelt (M)
- 8. Mathias Jensen (M)
- 7. Kevin Schade (F)
- 9. Igor Thiago (F)
- 23. Keane Lewis-Potter (F)
Substitutes:
- 12. Hákon Rafn Valdimarsson
- 2. Aaron Hickey
- 5. Ethan Pinnock
- 20. Kristoffer Ajer
- 6. Jordan Henderson
- 24. Mikkel Damsgaard
- 26. Yunus Konak
- 39. Gustavo Nunes
- 45. Romelle Donovan
