Pre-match analysis: Can Wolves grab a result against the Magpies?
 Matheus Cunha in action against Newcastle (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Wolves welcome the Magpies to Molineux on Sunday afternoon following the international break.

After the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest last time out, Gary O'Neil will be hoping for his side to pick up their first Premier League victory.

Eddie Howe has transformed Newcastle into a top side over recent years, and will provide a tough test for Wolves. They are unbeaten so far in their league campaign and come into this game on the back of a victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Dealing with Isak

Alexander Isak is one of the most dangerous strikers in the Premier League and currently has one goal and one assist in just three matches.

The Swedish an has a multitude of attacking qualities and is almost a complete forward as he has the pace the get in behind, the ability to run at the defence and the awareness to get on the end of crosses. Gary O'Neil will have to make sure his defence is well organised in order to deal with the danger that he can cause in and around the box.

With Wolves being quite a physical side, they can unsettle Isak by getting stuck in and not allowing him to have space or time on the ball.

Exploiting a leaky defence

Wolves have scored three goals so far this season, but this weekend could give them a chance to increase that tally, as they face a Newcastle side that have have been shaky in defence recently.

The Magpies have struggled to deal with balls into the box this season, with both of their goals they have conceded coming from inside their own area. Dan Burn gifted an own goal to Spurs after a shot from Brennan Johnson was deflected and the defender smashed it into his own net.

If Gary O'Neil can instruct his team to work the ball into the box, this could increase their chances of scoring and add to their goalscoring tally. Players like Jorgen Strand Larsen and Matheus Cunha have already proved to be dangerous in the area this season and could play a big part in the attack on Sunday.

Hee Chan to be unleashed?

Korean forward Hwang Hee Chan netted 12 times last campaign and played a crucial part in O'Neil's side, even scoring in six consecutive games at Molineux.

He also has a great record against Newcastle, scoring four goals in five games, including a second half equaliser in the exciting 2-2 draw at home last October.

Rayan Ait-Nouri impressed at left-wing last time out whilst Matheus Cunha has solidified himself in the number 10 role behind Strand Larsen, leaving Gary O'Neil with a selection headache. However, knowing how prolific Hwang is in this fixture, there would be no complaints if he was to start.

It could be possible he starts on the right hand side. With Nelson Semedo providing width on the right flank, it leaves space inside for Hwang to cause danger. In preseason, the forward did play on the right hand side a couple of times, and so wouldn't be too out of depth in that position.

The Korean man has not stood out so far this campaign, but this could be the game where his season sparks into life.

Pressure in midfield

Newcastle have struggled in midfield with pressure as they have often given up possession cheaply when being pressed. This is something Wolves can capitalise on if they can be aggressive in their press. 

Wolves have players such as Joao Gomes, Mario Lemina and new signing Andre who are very strong, aggressive players who can win the ball back. 

Eddie Howe's side have been excellent in transition, but struggle to battle in the middle of the park. 

Wolves will also need to be cautious playing a high line, as quick transitions from Newcastle have exploited high lines and scored them a couple of goals. One example being their recent winner against Tottenham.

Yerson Mosquera and Toti Gomes will need to be sharp and focused in order to deal with Isak and the attacking threats of other forwards such as Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes.