Wolves vs Shrewsbury Prediction - FA Cup: A Challenge at Molineux

Wolves will face Shrewsbury Town at Molineux Stadium in the FA Cup at 7:15 PM on January 10, 2026. This is a noteworthy match as the representative from the top flight of English football will face a visiting team with an impressive away record.

Analyzing form and match context

Wolves enter this season's FA Cup campaign as the favorites. Although official match data for the Molineux side this season is not yet fully available, their Premier League status always makes them a formidable opponent in cup competitions.

On the other side of the pitch, Shrewsbury are showing a very positive performance when playing away from home. In their last two away matches, they have won both, scoring 5 goals and conceding only 2. An average of 2.5 goals per game away from home is a telling statistic, warning Wolves' defense about their sharp counter-attacks.

Head-to-head history and statistics

Looking at the history of their encounters, Wolves have a clear advantage. In the last four meetings, the Molineux side are unbeaten with two wins and two draws. Most memorable was the dramatic comeback in early 2019, where Wolves narrowly won 3-2.

• 06/02/2019:Wolves 3 - 2 Shrewsbury
• 26/01/2019:Shrewsbury 2 - 2 Wolves
• 15/03/2014:Wolves 0 - 0 Shrewsbury
• 21/09/2013:Shrewsbury 0 - 1 Wolves

Team situation and tactical forecast

In terms of personnel, both teams have their most stable lineups available, with no official announcements regarding injuries or suspensions. This allows both coaches to deploy their best players for this knockout match.

Based on expert analysis, Wolves' chances of winning are rated at 50%, while a draw also receives 50% confidence from experts. Despite Shrewsbury's current form, securing a direct victory at Molineux remains a significant challenge, with their odds of winning still low.

Expert opinion

The match is predicted to be dominated by Wolves. However, Shrewsbury's resilient playing style could result in a low-scoring game. Many experts favor a scenario where Wolves draw or win, with the total number of goals under 3.5.

Team lineup updated at 18:38 on 10/01/2026

Official lineup

Millennium

Diagram: 3-5-2

CoachJamie Collins

Starting lineup:

• 31. Sam Johnstone (G)
• 2. Matt Doherty (D)
• 4. Santiago Bueno (D)
• 37. Ladislav Krejčí (D)
• 38. Jackson Tchatchoua (M)
• 10. Jhon Arias (M)
• 8. João Gomes (M)
• 6. David Möller Wolfe (M)
• 7. André (M)
• 11. Hee-Chan Hwang (F)
• 9. Jørgen Strand Larsen (F)

Substitutes:

• 25. Daniel Bentley
• 3. Hugo Bueno
• 15. Yerson Mosquera
• 17. Pedro Lima
• 23. Tawanda Chirewa
• 28. Fer López
• 21. Rodrigo Gomes
• 14. Tolu Arokodare
• 36. Mateus Mané

Shrewsbury

Diagram: 3-4-1-2

CoachMichael Antony Appleton

Starting lineup:

• 1. Elyh Harrison (G)
• 2. Luca Hoole (D)
• 4. Tom Anderson (D)
• 5. William Boyle (D)
• 20. Ismeal Kabia (M)
• 14. Taylor Perry (M)
• 25. Josh Ruffels (M)
• 6. Sam Clucas (M)
• 7. Tommy McDermott (F)
• 27. John Marquis (F)
• 19. Iwan Morgan (F)

Substitutes:

• 12. Will Brook
• 3. Malvind Benning
• 38. Isaac England
• 42. Jack Loughran
• 24. Callum Stewart
• 9. George Lloyd
• 15. Chucks Aneke
• 21. Trey Samuel Ogunsuyi
• 43. Will Gray