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Wolves Face Historic Relegation Risk After Disastrous Start

12/23/2025

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Wolverhampton Wanderers have earned only two points from 17 games, marking the worst start in English league history.
After a defeat to Brentford, Wolves face relegation risk, needing 11 points to match Derby County's 2007-08 low.
The club has lost numerous players without adequate replacements, fueling perceptions of decline.
With Jeff Shi stepping down and Nathan Shi taking over temporarily, Wolves sit 16 points from safety, making survival unlikely.

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Story summary

Wolverhampton Wanderers have earned only two points from 17 games, marking the worst start in English league history.
After a defeat to Brentford, Wolves face relegation risk, needing 11 points to match Derby County's 2007-08 low.
The club has lost numerous players without adequate replacements, fueling perceptions of decline.
With Jeff Shi stepping down and Nathan Shi taking over temporarily, Wolves sit 16 points from safety, making survival unlikely.