Liverpool asserted their dominance at Molineux, securing a commanding 3-1 victory over Wolves to advance in the FA Cup, fueled by a swift second-half double.
The highly anticipated FA Cup clash on March 6, 2026, saw Wolves host Liverpool at Molineux. Both teams were eager for a deep cup run. Liverpool arrived as favorites, while Wolves aimed to leverage their home advantage to cause an upset.
The first half presented a tense, scoreless affair. Liverpool controlled possession, dictating the tempo with 67% of the ball. They pressed forward, registering 19 total shots by the final whistle.
However, Wolves' defense stood firm, ably led by their goalkeeper Sam Johnstone. Johnstone produced several vital saves, thwarting Liverpool's early attempts to break the deadlock. Wolves looked to counter, but could not register any shots on target in the opening 45 minutes.
A yellow card for Wolves' S. Bueno in the 17th minute was the only notable event of a cagey first period. The home side remained disciplined despite Liverpool's territorial advantage. This defensive effort kept the tie finely balanced at the interval.
At halftime, the expectation was that Liverpool would need to find a way to convert their significant possession and attacking intent into goals. Wolves, meanwhile, sought to continue frustrating their opponents and exploit any counter-attacking opportunities.
