Bottom club Wolves shocked Liverpool 2-1 at Molineux as Andre struck deep into stoppage time to secure a dramatic Premier League victory.
Bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers claimed a stunning 2-1 win over Liverpool with a dramatic stoppage-time goal at Molineux. The result marked only Wolves’ third league victory of the season. Liverpool, meanwhile, missed a major opportunity to strengthen their Champions League push. The hosts showed belief and resilience to punish a flat performance from the visitors.
The evening began with a poignant tribute to former forward Diogo Jota, remembered by both sets of supporters. Once play started, Liverpool dominated possession but struggled to create clear chances. Wolves sat deep and remained compact in the opening exchanges. The first half passed with little goalmouth action.
Liverpool enjoyed control but lacked incision in the final third. Efforts from Dominik Szoboszlai and Hugo Ekitike were comfortably handled by Jose Sa. Wolves limited space effectively and waited for openings on the counter. The hosts offered little going forward but executed their defensive plan well.
Arne Slot’s side looked predictable in possession and ineffective from set pieces. Wolves grew in confidence as the half progressed. The interval arrived with the score still level at 0-0. It reflected a subdued opening 45 minutes.
Liverpool emerged with more urgency after the restart. Curtis Jones replaced Ryan Gravenberch, who had been booked before the break. The visitors immediately went close when Jones chested the ball onto the crossbar from close range. Moments later, Rio Ngumoha struck the post with a low effort.
Despite Liverpool pressure, Wolves struck first in the 78th minute. Substitute Tolu Arokodare held off Virgil van Dijk and released Rodrigo Gomes. The winger showed composure to clip the ball over Alisson for 1-0. Molineux erupted as Wolves scored with their first real chance.
Liverpool responded quickly and found an equaliser five minutes later. A poor pass from Jean-Ricner Bellegarde was intercepted by Mohamed Salah. The forward surged into the box and finished powerfully past Sa. It was Salah’s first league goal since November.
The visitors then pushed for a winner and looked the more likely side to score. Van Dijk headed wide from a promising position. Wolves refused to sit back and continued to commit bodies forward. That approach brought a remarkable reward in stoppage time.
In the 94th minute, Andre struck from distance. His effort took a heavy deflection off Joe Gomez and looped past a helpless Alisson. The goal sparked wild celebrations and sent Wolves’ bench sprinting down the touchline.
This was the fifth time this season Liverpool conceded a goal after the 90th minute. Wolves recorded just four shots, compared to Liverpool’s 19. Despite 1.81 expected goals, the visitors could not control decisive moments. Andre’s winner was Wolves’ first ever Premier League goal scored in the 90th minute or later against reigning champions.
For Wolves, back-to-back wins over Aston Villa and Liverpool marked a rare high point. Joao Gomes impressed in midfield with his energy and discipline. Arokodare’s impact off the bench proved crucial. Liverpool again paid the price for defensive lapses.
The two sides meet again at Molineux Stadium on Friday in the FA Cup fifth round. Wolves will aim to build momentum despite remaining bottom of the table. Liverpool must regroup quickly with their league position under threat. With Champions League qualification at stake, the pressure is firmly on Slot’s side.
