Wolves boss suggests what would have been like a crystal ball for club owners

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Wolverhampton Wanderers impressed against Premier League opposition at the weekend.

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Paul Lambert

Wolves boss Paul Lambert spoke to the Express & Star, following his side’s 2-0 home defeat to Chelsea in the FA Cup fifth round on Saturday, and explained how the match was an exciting glimpse into the future, as far as what their fans can expect to see on a weekly basis.

Despite still being deeply entrenched in a relegation battle in the Championship, the Black Country outfit have certainly improved in recent weeks, without necessarily getting the rewards they have deserved for their efforts.

And for the vast majority of their game against Antonio Conte’s Premier League leaders at the Molineux on Saturday, they more than held their own.

Lambert has players amongst his squad who are truly capable of playing at the highest level – none more so than the terrific Helder Costa.

It seems like he is made for the big stage, and his talent deserves Premier League football.

And Lambert discussed his side’s display against Chelsea, when speaking to the Express & Star, highlighting the important role that a full stadium can play in their future progress:

Wolves manager Paul Lambert

“I think it’s important for the owners to see the game and see what this place can be like when it’s full. If you get in the Premier League we’ll have many more nights like that. The club can fly again,” he added. “I felt it when I came through the door. If you get it right this could really take off. I think the South Bank here gives you that bond there with the supporters. I’ve seen it here first hand, what they do with the lads when they win. If they can keep that bond together and we start to win and be more consistent this place will be massive. It will take off. Massive.”

In the mean time, however, Lambert’s men are just five points and three places clear of the relegation zone, and they must now purely focus on climbing away from trouble, and at least finishing the remainder of the season on a high, so that they can head into next season’s campaign with a renewed sense of vigour and optimism.

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Paul Lambert