Match report
Wolves Secure 2-0 Win Over Crusaders FC in Europa League
Wolves
2–0
FT
Crusaders FC
Jul 25, 2019
Wolves clinched a 2-0 victory over Crusaders FC in their UEFA Europa League match. Diogo Jota opened the scoring in the 37th minute, and Rúben Vinagre sealed the win in the 90th minute. Wolves dominated the match, showcasing their strength and control throughout.
Key Facts
- • Diogo Jota scored the first goal for Wolves in the 37th minute.
- • Rúben Vinagre scored the second goal in the 90th minute of the match.
- • Wolves made several substitutions, including Rúben Neves and Jonny Otto, to maintain their momentum.
- • Crusaders FC also made multiple substitutions, including R. Clarke and Declan Caddell, but could not break Wolves' defense.
Lineups
Wolves
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 11 Rui Patrício (G)
- 5 Ryan Bennett (D)
- 16 Conor Coady (D)
- 15 Willy Boly (D)
- 37 Adama Traoré (F)
- 32 Leander Dendoncker (M)
- 8 Rúben Neves (M)
- 28 João Moutinho (M)
- 19 Jonny Castro (M)
- 17 Morgan Gibbs-White (M)
- 18 Diogo Jota (F)
Substitutes
- 21 John Ruddy
- 23 Dion Sanderson
- 49 Max Kilman
- 29 Rúben Vinagre
- 26 Taylor Perry
- 27 Romain Saïss
- 9 Raúl Jiménez
Crusaders FC
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 Sean O'Neil (G)
- 8 Sean Ward (M)
- 7 Philip Lowry (M)
- 2 Billy Joe Burns (D)
- 3 Chris Hegarty (D)
- 14 Jordan Forsythe (M)
- 25 Ross Clarke (F)
- 22 Paul Heatley (F)
- 15 Jarlath O'Rourke (M)
- 8 Rory Hale (M)
- 12 Declan Caddell (M)
Substitutes
- 26 Harry Doherty
- 4 Howard Beverland
- 17 Michael Ruddy
- 9 Ronan Chapman Hale
- 18 Jordan Owens
- 11 David Cushley
- 21 Gary Thompson
Timeline
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37' Wolves Goal · Normal GoalDiogo Jota
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58' Wolves subst · Substitution 1Off: Rúben Neves · On: R. Jiménez
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61' Crusaders FC subst · Substitution 1Off: R. Clarke · On: J. Owens
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64' Wolves subst · Substitution 2Off: Jonny Otto · On: Rúben Vinagre
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67' Crusaders FC subst · Substitution 2Off: Declan Caddell · On: G. Thompson
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82' Crusaders FC subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Hale · On: D. Cushley
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85' Wolves subst · Substitution 3Off: Morgan Gibbs-White · On: R. Saïss
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90'+3 Wolves Goal · Normal GoalRúben Vinagre
Match Stats
| Stat | Wolves | Crusaders FC |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 8 | 6 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 24 | 1 |
| Corners | 11 | 1 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | — | — |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | 11 | 0 |
| Shots off Target | 13 | 1 |
| Possession | 68% | 32% |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 0 | 9 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Diogo Jota's goal in the 37th minute was a turning point, giving Wolves the lead and control of the game.
- ▸ Rúben Vinagre's late goal in the 90th minute confirmed Wolves' dominance and sealed the victory, securing their progression in the UEFA Europa League.