The Wanderers surpassed many expectations in the previous campaign, in spite of their insanely impressive performances in their Championship triumph in 2017/18, finishing seventh and attaining European football, as well as reaching the semi-final of the FA Cup.
Wolves caught the eye with their tactical astuteness, work-rate and quality in attacking areas. Additionally, they often bettered the top six in head-to-head clashes, earning victories over Chelsea, Tottenham, Manchester United and Liverpool in all competitions.
A major concern entering this season, nevertheless, was the additional burden of Europa League football, which inevitably means more running, less rest time and a higher chance of fatigue and risk of injuries.