Wolves struggle with defensive errors despite leading the Championship in goals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Wolves have recorded 13 goals through five matches to lead the Championship in scoring, but defensive lapses remain a significant concern for the club. The team has conceded 10 goals during this span, including two in Sunday's 2-2 draw at Birmingham City. After Fer Lopez and Ladislav Krejci provided Wolves with leads in the match, an own goal by Jackson Tchatchoua allowed Birmingham City to equalize. The club has faced criticism for poor communication, concentration lapses, and an inability to protect leads. Managerial and squad adjustments are required to improve defensive organization if the current attacking performance is to translate into a sustained promotion challenge. Wolves currently share the league's second-worst defensive record, equal with Derby County and Preston North End.
- •Wolves have scored 13 goals in five Championship matches.
- •The team has conceded 10 goals, averaging two per game.
- •Sunday's 2-2 draw at Birmingham City featured an own goal by Jackson Tchatchoua.
- •Wolves currently allow the same number of goals as Preston North End and Derby County.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Wolves' attack leads the league but defence must improve
"Wolves fan writer Dazzling Dave is concerned by his team's poor start to the season defensively.
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