arlos Carvahal will be hoping the FA Cup can prove a welcome distraction from their relegation struggle as they welcome Championship leaders Wolves to the Liberty Stadium. The two teams couldn’t be separated when they met at Molinyeux earlier in the month and with only on place between the teams in the English football pyramid, it could well be a close encounter.
English FA Cup – Swansea City v Wolverhampton Wanderers – Liberty Stadium, Swansea – Wednesday 17th January 2018 – 19:45 UK Time
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Swansea City
Wolverhampton WanderersSwansea City
Carlos Carvahal has been brought into replace Paul Clement and had an instant impact with a 2-1 win over Watford but their subsequent defeat to Tottenham has left them 4 points adrift in the relegation zone. Their priority this campaign will be survival from the Premier League but the FA Cup could be a trophy opportunity for the South Walians. Jordan Ayew is the principal goal threat for the Swans – his 5 goals have already improved their league position and is at the forefront what they do going forward.
Wolverhampton Wanderers
The media have run out of superlatives for Nuno Espirito Santo’s men this season and their brand of football has been a pleasure to watch. Wolves have picked up 61 points from their opening 26 games to open up a 12 point gap at the top of the Championship table and will want to test themselves against Premier League opposition. Leo Bonatini has been a revelation in the Championship this season and he’ll be keen to add to his tally of 12 goals this season.
Head to Head
Wolves pip the head to head between the teams with 13 wins in comparison to Swansea’s 9 with another 12 matches between the sides ending as draws.
Their 0-0 draw earlier in the month was the first meeting between the teams in over 6 years.
Swansea City v Wolverhampton Wanderers – Betting Odds and Predictions
If the first game is anything to go by, this could well be a cagey affair.
Under 2.5 goals in the game looks excellent value at 8/11 with PaddyPower.
Leo Bonatini has been in great nick for Wolves and will be relishing the opportunity to test himself at the highest level.
Leo Bonatini to score anytime looks amazing value at 17/10 with Unibet.
Swansea are really struggling for goals this season whilst Wolves look full of confidence.
Both teams to score – NO – is a logical punt at Evens with BetVictor.
There were 2 red cards in the first match between the sides and this promises to be another feisty affair.
A red card in the match is a distinct possibility at 3/1 with William Hill.
Score Prediction
Swansea City 0 – 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers – 15/2 with 888Sport.
Top Betting Tip Swansea City v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Swansea could have one eye on Premier League survival in their team selection which could help Wolves here. Wolves to win the match is a very strong bet at 28/15 with Ladbrokes.