Highlights and Goals: Wolves 1-3 Liverpool in FA Cup 2025-26

Liverpool wins at Molineux after three goals from Salah, Robertson and Jones, securing their place in the next round of the FA Cup, while Wolverhampton only managed a consolation goal in the final minutes thanks to Hwang Hee-Chan, leaving the Wolves out of the tournament and with yet another failure this season.

The match at Molineux is over! Liverpool takes the victory after a great 1-3 win that leaves Wolves out of the FA Cup. Arne Slot's team remains alive in the tournament and awaits its opponent for the next round. Wolverhampton continues its losing streak, which looks set to continue throughout the season.

Liverpool shot! Another shot from the Reds, who are relentless in their attacks on the opposition's box. Kieran Morrison shoots with his left foot from the centre of the box after a pass from Dominik Szoboszlai, but the ball goes wide of the top left corner of the goal.

Liverpool strike! The Reds are dominating the match and want to finish it off in style. Jeremie Frimpong shoots with his right foot from the right side of the box after a pass from Cody Gakpo, but the ball ends up in the goalkeeper's hands.

Wolverhampton shoot! The Wolves are trying with all their might to score at least a consolation goal. Jean-Ricner Bellegarde shoots with his right foot from mid-range after a pass from Jackson Tchatchoua, but the ball ends up in the goalkeeper's hands.

Changes for Wolverhampton! The Wolves have lost all hope of a comeback. Three goals are very difficult to equalise, but football teaches us that you have to fight until the end, so a change of strategy is necessary.

Coming on: Hwang Hee-chan and Rodrigo Gomes.

Going off: Tolu Arokodare and Toti

Changes! Liverpool make their first substitutions after the two goals that have defined the match. The visitors need this victory to have a chance of fighting for a domestic title this season.
On: Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz
Off: Mohamed Salah and Rio Ngumoha

Substitution! Wolverhampton make their first change. The Wolves have let the game slip away from them. Despite putting up a good defence in the first half, Liverpool scored two goals in less than two minutes, so now they will have to make a change to try and come back.
In: Adam Armstrong
Out: Angel Gomes

Liverpool attack! The visitors are going for a third goal and won't stop until they secure the win. Rio Ngumoha shoots with his right foot from the left side of the box after a pass from Andy Robertson, but the ball goes wide of the left post.

Wolverhampton strike back! The Wolves manage to respond to Liverpool's two goals that caught them off guard. Mateus Mané shoots with his left foot from the left side of the box after a free kick, but the ball goes wide, grazing the right corner of the goal.

Liverpool attack! The visitors try again from outside the box to open the scoring before half-time. Ryan Gravenberch shoots with his right foot from mid-range, but the ball ends up in the keeper's hands.

Foul! We are entering the final stages of the first half and we have seen many fouls throughout the match. Liverpool are the only ones taking shots, but it is also true that they have slowed down play by committing fouls. Joe Gomez (Liverpool) fouls Mateus Mané (Wolverhampton) in the defensive zone.

Liverpool attack! The visitors are back in the Wolves' area, who have a strong defence. Rio Ngumoha shoots with his right foot from the left side of the area after a pass from Andy Roberts, but the ball is blocked by the Wolverhampton defence.

Liverpool shot! Another chance for the visitors, who look set to be the first to score. Ryan Gravenberch shoots with his right foot from mid-range after a pass from Dominic Szboszlai, but the ball goes wide of the right post.

We are approaching the half-hour mark and so far there has been only one team on the pitch. Liverpool are controlling the ball and creating chances, while Wolverhampton have only been able to resist the Reds' attack by defending their area as best they can. Liverpool have 65.9% possession and Wolverhampton 34.1%.

Offside! Another chance for the Reds, but once again they miss out as they are caught offside. Andy Robertson plays a pass to Cody Gakpo in the box, but the striker is in an offside position and the move is ruled out.

Liverpool attack! The Reds dominate the pitch and the ball, preventing Wolverhampton from even getting possession. Cody Gakpo shoots with his right foot from mid-range after a pass from Rio Ngumoha, but the ball is blocked by the Wolverhampton defence.

Liverpool attack! The visitors' first shot on goal as they continue to press forward. Alexis Mac Allister heads the ball from the left side of the box following a corner kick by Dominik Szoboszlai, but the ball goes over the top of the goal.

Offside! Liverpool's first chance was approaching, but the Reds missed their opportunity. Ryan Gravenberch played a through ball to Cody Gakpo in the box, but the Dutchman was in an offside position and the play was ruled out.

The match kicks off at Molineux Stadium! The ball is rolling in Wolverhampton as the fifth round of the FA Cup match between Wolverhampton and Liverpool gets underway. Stay tuned to VAVEL so you don't miss any updates on the match.

The referee appointed for today's match is Farai Hallam, the English referee who made his professional debut last January. He has refereed 22 matches in the Championship, Premier League, FA Cup and EFL Cup. He has issued 76 yellow cards and has yet to issue any red cards or penalties.

The visiting team, Liverpool, will start the match with the following players on the substitutes' bench:
 Federico Chiesa, Hugo Etikite, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, Ibrahima Konaté, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Kieran Morrison, Trey Nyoni, Florian Wirtz.

The home team, Wolverhampton, will start the match with the following players on the bench: Adam Armstrong, Daniel Bentley, Pedro Lima, Matt Doherty, Tom Edozie, Hwang Hee-Chan, Ladislav Kreijci, Rodrigo Gomes, David Moller.

The visiting team, Liverpool, will take to the pitch with the following starting line-up:
Alisson Becker; Andrew Robertson, Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, Curtis Jones; Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai; Rio Ngumoha, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah.

The home team, Wolverhampton, will take to the pitch with the following starting line-up:
Sam Johnstone; Yerson Mosquera, Santiago Bueno, Toti; Jackson Tchatchoua, Jeanricher Bellegarde, Angel Gomes, Joao Gomes, Hugo Bueno; Tolu Arokodare, Mateus Mané.

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Liverpool has had several setbacks this season, including falling behind in the standings that would allow them to qualify for international tournaments. However, they have managed to achieve good results in their last few matches, with four wins against Sunderland, Brighton, Nottingham, and West Ham, and only one defeat against Wolverhampton.

Wolverhampton has not had a great season. Their results have been disastrous and there is very little chance of avoiding relegation, but in recent matches, they have shown a different side to their game, one that could save their lives. They have three wins against Grimsby Town, Aston Villa and Liverpool, a draw against Arsenal and a defeat against Crystal Palace.

Amidst a rather expectant atmosphere, the Liverpool delegation has arrived at Molineux Stadium. The visiting team is also putting the finishing touches in place before the start of the match. The kick-off is fast approaching.

This is how the Wolverhampton delegation arrived at Molineux Stadium. The home team has arrived at the venue, surrounded by their fans, and is now finalising details for the start of the match. The kick-off is just moments away.

Everything is ready at Molineux Stadium. The pitch is in good condition, the stands are beginning to fill with fans, and both teams have arrived at the venue where Wolverhampton will face Liverpool on this occasion.

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