The Premier League action heats up as Wolverhampton Wanderers welcome Everton to Molineux Stadium on Saturday, August 30, 2025, for a 3:00 PM GMT kick-off. This Gameweek 3 clash promises intrigue, with both sides eager to build momentum early in the 2025/26 season.
Wolves, under Vitor Pereira, are desperate to kickstart their campaign after a rocky start, while David Moyes’ Everton arrive buoyed by consecutive victories.
With Molineux’s electric atmosphere and both teams’ contrasting fortunes, this match is set to be a compelling battle.
Broadcast on TNT Sports 1 and streaming via discovery+ in the UK, Kenyan fans can catch the action live on SuperSport or follow along with local betting platforms for real-time updates.
Team form & recent performances
Wolverhampton Wanderers have endured a challenging start to the 2025/26 Premier League season, sitting pointless after two matches. A 4-0 home thrashing by Manchester City exposed defensive frailties, with Wolves conceding 14 goals across their last three August league games at Molineux.
A 1-0 loss at Bournemouth, compounded by Toti Gomes’ red card, further highlighted their struggles, though Toti is available again after serving his suspension. However, a midweek EFL Cup win against West Ham (3-2) provided a much-needed boost, with Jorgen Strand Larsen’s brace showcasing his importance amid transfer speculation.
Wolves’ attack has been lackluster, managing just 15 shots across their opening two league games, and their winless run in August at Molineux stretches back to 2011. Despite this, their resilience in cup competitions suggests they can compete when at full strength.
Everton, in contrast, are riding a wave of confidence under Moyes’ second stint. After an opening-day loss to Leeds United, the Toffees marked the opening of their new Hill Dickinson stadium with back-to-back 2-0 wins over Brighton and Mansfield Town (EFL Cup).
Jack Grealish’s debut against Brighton was pivotal, setting up goals for Iliman Ndiaye and James Garner, while their defensive solidity has been a hallmark, conceding one goal or fewer in each of their last 13 away Premier League matches. However, Everton’s tendency to falter after strong performances remains a concern, as seen in past seasons where they’ve struggled to maintain consistency.
Beto’s emergence as a goalscoring threat off the bench adds firepower, but injuries to key players like Seamus Coleman and Iliman Ndiaye could test their depth.
Head-to-head record
The head-to-head history between Wolves and Everton is evenly matched, with 22 Premier League meetings since 2003 yielding eight wins for Wolves, seven for Everton, and seven draws. At Molineux, Wolves hold a slight edge, remaining unbeaten in their last five home games against Everton since their 2018 promotion, with three wins and two draws.
Last season’s encounters saw contrasting fortunes: Everton demolished Wolves 4-0 at Goodison Park in December 2024, but Wolves responded with a 3-0 victory at Molineux in December 2023. Earlier this year, on March 8, 2025, the sides played out a 1-1 draw at Molineux, with Marshall Munetsi’s strike for Wolves canceled out by Jack Harrison’s opener for Everton.
This balanced record suggests a tight contest, with Wolves’ home advantage potentially tipping the scales, though Everton’s recent dominance in the reverse fixture adds intrigue.
Prediction & scoreline
This match shapes up as a clash of momentum versus desperation. Wolves’ home form in August is dire, and the potential departure of Strand Larsen before the transfer deadline could further blunt their attack. However, their midweek cup win and the return of key players like Toti Gomes and Joao Gomes suggest they can compete.
Everton’s unbeaten run and defensive resilience make them slight favorites, particularly with Moyes’ knack for grinding out results on the road. Beto’s form and Grealish’s creativity could exploit Wolves’ shaky backline, but the Toffees’ injury concerns and historical struggles at Molineux temper expectations.
Given the historical trend of low-scoring affairs and Wolves’ need for points, a draw feels likely. Predicted Scoreline: Wolves 1-1 Everton. Both sides are expected to find the net, with Wolves leaning on Strand Larsen’s aerial threat and Everton capitalizing on a set-piece or counter-attack.
Betting tips
For bettors looking to capitalize on this evenly poised encounter, here are some strategic tips based on recent trends and head-to-head data. First, consider betting on Both Teams to Score (BTTS) at odds around 1.80-2.00, as both sides have scored in 33% of their last six meetings, and Everton’s attacking output has improved under Moyes.
Second, the Under 2.5 Goals market at approximately 1.60-1.80 is appealing, given Everton’s defensive record and Wolves’ struggles to create chances, with nine of Everton’s last 13 away games staying under this threshold.
For a riskier punt, back Beto to Score Anytime at odds of 3.00-3.60, as the Guinea-Bissau striker has been in scintillating form, netting five goals in his last six matches across all competitions.
Finally, a Draw No Bet (Everton) at around 1.90-2.10 offers value, protecting your stake if the game ends level while banking on Everton’s current form.