Newcastle miss chance to go fifth as Wolves extend unbeaten 2026 run | OneFootball

Newcastle United missed the chance to climb into the Premier League’s top five after being held to a goalless draw by Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux on Sunday.

The result extended Wolves’ unbeaten start to the year and underlined their growing resilience despite their lowly league position.

For Newcastle, it was a frustrating afternoon that delivered only a point when victory would have significantly boosted their push up the table.

The visitors controlled possession in the early stages, probing patiently for openings.

Their best first-half opportunity arrived when Nick Woltemade headed narrowly over from a well-delivered free-kick.

Despite Newcastle’s territorial dominance, Wolves defended with increasing confidence.

The hosts registered the first shot on target just before the half-hour mark when Mateus Mane turned sharply and shot straight at Nick Pope.

Wolves almost stole the lead on the stroke of half-time as Hugo Bueno fired just wide from 12 yards after a rare foray forward.

Neither team managed to seize control after the break, with midfield battles outweighing moments of attacking quality.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe turned to his bench in search of a breakthrough, introducing Lewis Miley, Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa.

They briefly threatened from a dangerous free-kick, but Kieran Trippier’s effort hit the side-netting.

Wolves were forced deeper but remained organised and disciplined as the pressure increased late on.

Sa preserved the clean sheet with two strong saves in quick succession to deny Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton.

Those interventions ensured Wolves claimed another valuable point in their improving run of form.

The late surge only highlighted the visitors’ earlier shortcomings in creativity and cutting-edge.