Wolves’ winless start to the Premier League campaign continued after two long-range efforts from Fabian Schar and Harvey Barnes stole all three points for Newcastle United at Molineux.
Gary O’Neil’s men started well and took the lead through Mario Lemina shortly before half-time, after a positive performance in the opening period.
Two wonder goals from the Magpies stunned Molineux though, leaving Wolves with just one point after four games.
Player Ratings
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Sam Johnstone - 6
Johnstone’s home debut ended in defeat, but the 31-year-old had no chance with either goal and dealt with most of Newcastle’s threat well.
A highlight for the stopper was a fantastic 60-yard ball to Matheus Cunha, which led to a shooting chance for the Brazilian that could have given Wolves a crucial two-goal cushion.
- Nelson Semedo - 5
Semedo produced a solid performance before his substitution in the 77th minute, and dealt well with Anthony Gordon’s threat apart from one occasion in the first period which culminated in the winger hitting the post.
- Yerson Mosquera - 6
Defensive frailties have been a worry at the start of this campaign, but Mosquera showed some of his qualities that impressed on his loan stints at FC Cincinnati and Villarreal against the Magpies.
The Colombian could have also netted an equaliser late on, but his powerful strike struck his centre-back partner Craig Dawson.
- Craig Dawson - 5
Dawson showed his usual endeavour with blocks and clearances, but was unfortunate when his headed deflection directed Schar’s long-range effort into the top corner.
- Rayan Ait-Nouri - 5
The Algerian is usually one of Wolves’ most exciting attacking assets, but failed to make an impact against the Magpies’ stubborn back line.
Defensively he competed well with both Jacob Murphy and Tino Livramento, restricting the pair to very little attacking joy.
- Andre - 6
A positive home debut for Andre, who defended well and allowed both Mario Lemina and Joao Gomes to combine going forward, as they did for the first goal.
The Molineux faithful will be hoping that the £20 million man’s injury is not serious, after he provided balance and strength to an already exciting midfield three.
- Joao Gomes - 7
The Brazilian impresses every time he steps on to the pitch wearing Old Gold, and showed against Eddie Howe’s men why he is so important going forward and at the back.
Despite the defeat, his dummy for the goal was a moment of class, while his usual tenacity impressed alongside his national teammate in midfield
- Mario Lemina - 8
Wolves’ captain showed his strengths in an attacking sense throughout, getting on the scoresheet and galvanising his teammates throughout the opening 60 minutes of the contest.
His role has certainly been altered with the addition of Andre, and more performances like that will go a long way to turning the club’s early season form around.
- Jean-Ricner Bellegarde - 6
The 26-year-old could not repeat the thunder bolt that he produce two weeks ago at the City Ground, but Bellegarde did provide his usual pace and flair, without much end product being directed at Nick Pope.
- Matheus Cunha - 7
A constant threat to the opposition defence, Cunha’s partnership with Jørgen Strand Larsen continues to grow as a bright spark in a poor start to the season.
The 25-year-old almost equalised late on with a clever effort but it was denied by Nick Pope.
- Jørgen Stand Larsen - 6
The Norwegian has been a nuisance for defenders to deal with in every contest so far this campaign and this was no different.
He grabbed an assist with his dangerous, low cross that eventually found Lemina, and provided an out-ball for the rest of the side to hit throughout the clash.
- Hee-Chan Hwang - 5
The South Korean failed to make an impact after coming on in the 71st minute.
- Matt Doherty - 3
Doherty failed to stay with Harvey Barnes before the winger rifled in an unbelievable finish from 25 yards out.
18-year-old Pedro Lima was left out of the squad for this one, and could have a claim to be switched in for the Aston Villa contest next week.
- Tommy Doyle - 5
Had very little chance to shine in the final ten minutes.
- Carlos Forbs - N/A
- Goncalo Guedes - N/A
