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Pre Match Press Conference: Edwards Backs Wolves Progress Before Palace Trip
Rob Edwards reflects on the Arsenal draw, fitness updates including Andre and Toti, and what Wolves must expect from Crystal Palace ahead of the weekend.
Wolves head to Selhurst Park on the back of a spirited draw against Arsenal. Speaking ahead of Crystal Palace away, Rob Edwards struck a measured tone. He praised the mindset in the squad, pointed out what still needs fixing, and shared a few key team news updates.
Here are the main takeaways.
Arsenal result: pleased, but not getting carried away
Edwards said the group has watched the Arsenal game back and has already moved on to the next match.
He did not want the point to be over celebrated. He felt some of the reaction came more from the outside than inside the camp. Wolves went into the Arsenal game believing they could get something, and they did, but he stressed it was still only a point.
Signs of progress, but mistakes are still costing Wolves
Edwards said the attitude is right and the players feel they are improving. He highlighted clearer understanding, and more hard work, as consistent positives.
But he also pointed to what Wolves did wrong against Arsenal:
The two goals conceded disappointed him.
Wolves were too loose in possession early on.
A few unnecessary turnovers gave Arsenal pressure and momentum.
He said top teams punish mistakes, and Wolves cannot expect to dominate a side like Arsenal for 90 minutes. What impressed him was the recovery, the strong finish to the first half, and the second-half response.
The early substitution was forced, not tactical
Edwards confirmed the early change was not planned. Angel Gomes went off injured, so Tolu Arokodare came on as a natural replacement rather than a shift prompted by tactics.
Fitness updates: AnGEL trains, “available this weekend”
Edwards offered a positive update on Angel Gomes after a back issue. He said it was a spasm, it locked up, and he’s trained today.
He confirmed Angel is available for the weekend.
On the wider squad, he said Wolves have a few “walking wounded” and they will check on some players again tomorrow. He also mentioned the squad is tight, so managing minutes and recovery matters with the schedule piling up.
Toti could be involved against Palace
Edwards said Toti has trained again and has now had a couple of sessions with the group. That puts him in the frame to be involved against Crystal Palace.
Edozie moment: proud, but the work starts again now
Edwards spoke warmly about Tom Edozie after his big moment. He said Edozie was smiling in training and had a spring in his step.
He praised the finish as “excellent” under pressure, keeping it low with players charging him down. He also noted there was a bit of fortune in the build-up, but the moment and the finish still mattered.
Edwards framed it as a message to young players. He said pathways can look different. Edozie’s route was not the classic academy pathway, and that should encourage others to keep believing and keep working.
He also added a reminder: Edozie has had a great moment, but now he must “knuckle down” to stay around the squad.
Academy focus: “a strong academy here”
Edwards said Wolves have a strong academy and lots of staff doing excellent work. He wants the academy to be an important part of any club he is involved with.
He stressed that young players must be good enough, and debuts cannot be handed out. But he wants to keep developing players, and said the young lads also play a big part in training during the week.
Crystal Palace test: tough away day against a clear identity
Edwards expects a difficult game. He praised Palace as a strong side with a good identity and a good atmosphere at Selhurst Park.
He also spoke highly of Oliver Glasner, calling him a brilliant manager who has done a fantastic job. Edwards highlighted:
Palace play a good brand of attacking football.
They are organised.
They have exciting players and can go toe to toe with anyone.
He said Wolves will prepare for the best version of Palace, and he did not want to speculate on any outside factors affecting them.
On Wolves viral “game management” post: no comment
Edwards said he only heard about the social media post shortly before the presser. He did not want to comment and moved on.
A quick word on Matheus Mané: mentality stands out
When asked about Mané’s biggest strength right now, Edwards did not hesitate. He said it is his mentality.
He described him as confident in a humble way, eager to work, and quick to take on instructions. Edwards said if you tell him something once, he can take it on board and do it, which he sees as a special trait.
Pre Match Press Conference: Edwards Backs Wolves Progress Before Palace Trip
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