Manchester City continued their impressive Premier League run with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux on October 20, 2024. Wolves initially took the lead through a well-placed strike by Sasa Kalajdzic in the first half, surprising the visitors.
City responded strongly in the second half. Joško Gvardiol equalized for the Cityzens in the 67th minute, heading in from a corner. The game remained tense until stoppage time, when John Stones scored a last-minute header, sealing the comeback win for Manchester City.
First Half: Wolves Take the Lead
Wolves showed resilience from the start, frustrating City’s usual dominance in possession. The home side got a breakthrough in the 39th minute when Kalajdzic finished off a swift counter-attack, catching Manchester City’s defense off-guard.
Pep Guardiola’s side seemed rattled by Wolves’ high-pressing tactics but managed to maintain composure, knowing they still had the second half to turn things around.
Second Half: City’s Dominance and Late Drama
As expected, City came out stronger in the second half. With the midfield trio of Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, and Mateo Kovačić controlling the game, Wolves struggled to cope with City’s waves of attacks.
Joško Gvardiol made the most of a corner kick to score the equalizer in the 67th minute, rising above the Wolves’ defense to head the ball into the net. Wolves, however, held on valiantly as City continued to push for a winner.
Just when it seemed the game would end in a draw, John Stones delivered the final blow in stoppage time. In the 94th minute, Stones latched onto a cross from Jack Grealish and headed the ball past Wolves goalkeeper José Sá, completing yet another comeback victory for the reigning champions.
Key Performers
- Joško Gvardiol: The Croatian defender was rock solid at the back and made a significant impact by scoring the equalizer.
- John Stones: His last-gasp header sealed the win, showing his value to Guardiola’s side.
- Kevin De Bruyne: Pulled the strings in midfield and was crucial in City’s buildup play.
What This Means for Both Teams
For Manchester City, this result keeps them firmly in the title race, showing once again their ability to come back from challenging situations. They have now won ten of their last 12 Premier League matches after trailing, demonstrating their resilience.
Wolves, on the other hand, are now without a win in their opening eight games, leaving them rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table. This latest defeat only adds to their worries as they search for form.
Final Thoughts
This match highlighted Manchester City’s never-say-die attitude, which has been a hallmark of Guardiola’s side in recent seasons. For Wolves, despite a spirited performance, their inability to maintain the lead and secure points continues to be a concern as they face an uphill battle to escape the relegation zone.
Manchester City will take confidence from this win as they look to maintain momentum in their pursuit of another Premier League title, while Wolves must regroup and find a way to turn their fortunes around.
