Jiménez’s 90th-Minute Goal Gives Wolves Dramatic Win at Sheffield United
Raúl Jiménez struck in the 90th minute at Bramall Lane to give Wolves a vital late win and end their two-match run without a victory.
Three substitutes combine for decisive goal
Wolves found the breakthrough through players introduced during the second half. Kieran Trippier delivered the ball into the area, Tommy Doyle redirected it, and Jiménez finished from close range.
- Jiménez’s winner was his first goal from open play since returning to Wolves on a free transfer this summer.
- The goal arrived in the final minute of normal time.
- It ended a difficult spell following a 4-2 defeat at West Ham and a 2-2 draw against Birmingham City.
- Wolves also recorded their first Championship clean sheet of the season.
Jiménez said the manner of the win reflected the squad’s belief, insisting Wolves continued pushing until the end. He added that the points were especially important after the recent defeat and draw, with the club determined to remain in the promotion race.
Doyle highlights strength from the bench
Doyle explained that Trippier’s cross took a deflection before reaching him, and he chose to square the ball rather than shoot. The midfielder said Jiménez was positioned exactly where Wolves needed him.
He also pointed to the options available to Peixoto, saying every member of the squad must be ready to contribute if Wolves are to challenge for promotion, whether they begin matches or arrive from the bench.
Table position and next fixtures
The result moved Wolves into seventh place in the Championship table. They have collected 11 points from their opening six league matches and now face a demanding run before the international break.
- Wolves travel to Everton in the Carabao Cup third round on Wednesday, September 16.
- Four days later, they host West Bromwich Albion at Molineux in the Black Country derby.
Those fixtures will offer Wolves an immediate test as they attempt to turn their late Bramall Lane success into a sustained push towards the division’s leading places.
