Wolves manager Gary O’Neil is under significant pressure after a poor start to the 2024/25 Premier League season, with his side failing to secure a win and managing just one point. A dismal goal difference of -12 has left Wolves at the bottom of the league, with growing fan frustration over the lack of improvement.
Their latest setback came in a 5-3 defeat to Brentford, marking five consecutive losses across all competitions. With the international break approaching, speculation is mounting that this could be the right time for Wolves to part ways with O’Neil.
During the Brentford loss, O’Neil made a controversial substitution, bringing on striker Hwang Hee-Chan for defensive midfielder Andre after conceding a fourth goal. This decision puzzled Wolves supporters, who began chanting against the manager. O’Neil, who previously managed Bournemouth, is rapidly losing the support of the fans, and with six defeats in their first seven Premier League matches, his position is becoming increasingly untenable.
A key concern for Wolves is their defensive frailty, having conceded the most goals in the Premier League this season (21), averaging three goals per game. After the Brentford match, O’Neil apologized and accepted responsibility for the team’s struggles, acknowledging the lack of structure and control in their performance. He expressed his devastation and a determination to rethink their approach moving forward.
Wolves’ tough start to the season has seen them face Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool, with Manchester City next on the fixture list. As the international break looms, Wolves’ management has time to evaluate potential managerial replacements if they decide to make a change.
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