Wolves have won their last two meetings with Bristol City, most-recently prevailing 1-0 in an FA Cup tie six years ago, thereby seeking three successive victories at Ashton Gate for the first time in six decades.
Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Preview
Wolverhampton Wanderers are four-times FA Cup winners, although it's 65 years since they last got their hands on this famous old trophy, but just how far will they go this time round? On Monday night, Vítor Pereira tasted defeat as Wolves manager for the very first time, his side ultimately smashed 3-0 by Nottingham Forest at Molineux, failing to score despite ending the game with an xG in excess of two, squandering countless gilt-edged opportunities.
Prior to this, Pereira had masterminded back-to-back victories over both Leicester and Man United, before earning a credible draw at Spurs, although, despite this, Wolves remain 17th, above the Premier League relegation zone by virtue of goal difference alone. In the FA Cup meantime, the Old Gold reached the quarter-finals last season, denied a place at Wembley by virtue of a complete collapse against Coventry, now seeking to avoid crashing out in round three, against non-Premier League opposition, for the first time in a decade.
Meantime, Bristol City being in the EFL Championship is one of life's constants; this is their tenth consecutive campaign in the second-tier, having most-recently featured in the top division in 1979. Liam Manning's team currently sit eighth, just three points adrift the play-off positions, after collecting ten points out of a possible 12 since Christmas, making it three successive home wins on Saturday; Luke McNally the only scorer when Derby visited Ashton Gate. A year ago, the Robins beat West Ham in a third round replay in front of their own supporters so, given their recent home form, they will fancy their chances of another Premier League scalp come Saturday lunchtime.
Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 68.
- Bristol City Wins: 15. Draws: 16. Wolverhampton Wanderers Wins: 37.
Wolverhampton Wanderers Team News
Matheus Cunha is serving the second of his two-match suspension, while Yerson Mosquera, Toti, Boubacar Traoré, Enso González and Saša Kalajdžić remain sidelined. Meantime, defenders Nélson Semedo and Craig Dawson are both doubts, having sat out Monday's defeat, the absence of the former allowing teenager Pedro Lima to make his Premier League debut at right-wing-back. José Sá has started all four matches under Vítor Pereira to date, but out of favour Sam Johnstone is expected to get an opportunity this time between the posts, while 18-year-old defender Bastien Meupiyou could make his long-awaited debut, yet to feature due to a meniscus injury, although he was an unused substitute against Nottingham Forest.
Wolverhampton Wanderers predicted lineup vs Bristol City: (3-4-3): Johnstone; Doherty, Bueno, Meupiyou; Lima, Lemina, João Gomes, Aït-Nouri; Sarabia, Strand Larsen, Hwang Hee-chan.
Wolverhampton Wanderers Player to Watch vs Bristol City
In the absence of Matheus Cunha, Jørgen Strand Larsen and Hwang Hee-chan are most-likely to lead the line, with the South Korean seeking to score again, having been on target against Man United and Spurs since Christmas.
Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Prediction
We think this tie is primed for an upset. Wolves are depleted and, given they're in the midst of a relegation battle, may be distracted by Wednesday's trip to Newcastle so, given Bristol City's winning run at home, we're forecasting the Robins will progress: Bristol City 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FAQs - FA Cup
How to watch Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FA Cup game on TV channel?
Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FA Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: ESPN+
- Canada: Sportsnet Now Plus
How to watch Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FA Cup game on live streaming?
Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FA Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: ESPN+
- Canada: Sportsnet Now Plus
What is the date and kick-off time for Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers in the FA Cup?
Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers takes place on Saturday 11 January 2025, with kick off at 12:00 (GMT), 7:00 (EDT) & 4:00 (PST).