The Official Wolves Podcast

This season wasn’t good enough and Wolves know it.

In this special episode of Wolves Unpacked, James Bird and Dave Edwards look back at the 25/26 season. not to relive the pain, but to understand the key lessons that must shape what comes next.

From a difficult summer and early warning signs, through the turning points in the dugout, to the brief signs of life and the final collapse, each phase of the season reveals something about where it went wrong and what has to change.

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Mikey Burrows is joined by Wanderers legend Andy Thompson as they reflect on the final day draw at Burnley and the end of Wolves’ eight-year stay in the Premier League. After a competitive contest between two relegated sides, attention turns to a huge summer ahead, the need for change, and hopes of a swift return. The episode also looks back on the unforgettable moments and memories from a remarkable top-flight journey that comes to an emotional close.

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Mikey Burrows is joined by Wanderers legends Lee Naylor and Andy Thompson as they digest this afternoon's result. Wolves never recovered from a disastrous start on the south coast, as Brighton & Hove Albion won 3-0 to extend the Old Gold’s tough run of form at the end of a difficult campaign.

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Mikey Burrows, Andy Thompson and Lee Naylor are frustrated by a 1-1 draw with Sunderland which ends the short losing run but a missed opportunity against 10 men.

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Mikey Burrows, Andy Thompson and Lee Naylor review the defeat to Tottenham and look ahead to Sunderland.

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Relegation has been confirmed for Wolverhampton Wanderers and in this episode, Wolves Unpacked takes a different approach.

Rather than focusing on recruitment, managers or tactics, hosts James Bird and former Wolves midfielder Dave Edwards reflect on the emotional and human reality of relegation.

Drawing on Dave’s own experiences of both relegation and promotion, the episode explores what it feels like inside the dressing room when the inevitable becomes reality, the responsibility players carry, and what is truly lost when a club drops out of the top flight for the squad, the staff behind the scenes, and the city of Wolverhampton itself.

The conversation also looks at the warning signs that led to this moment after years of decline in league finishes, why culture becomes more important than ever after relegation, and how Wolves can respond immediately to give themselves the best possible chance of bouncing back stronger from the Championship.

Plus, Dave shares details of his upcoming run in the London Marathon on Sunday 26th April in support of the Little Rascals Foundation, where he’s aiming to raise £10,000 for charity.

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Mikey Burrows and Andy Thompson reflect on another disappointing day that sees Wolves edge closer to relegation.

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Andy Thompson and Lee Naylor feel the long gap without a game played a part as Wolves lost 4-0 at West Ham. The pair discuss with Mikey Burrows who replaces the suspended Yerson Mosquera for Leeds and whether changes are needed for the trip to Yorkshire.

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Wolves show their resilience once again with a battling 2-2 comeback draw away at Brentford, but how did they turn it around?

Dave Edwards and James Bird break down a real game of two halves, analysing what wasn’t working early on and how a key tactical tweak, including the introduction of Angel Gomes, shifted the momentum back in Wolves’ favour.

There’s plenty of praise for Adam Armstrong after a clinical finish and growing influence in the final third, while the lads also check in on Mateus Mané’s development and highlight the continued progress of Tolu and Jackson Tchatchoua.

Rob Edwards’ in-game management comes under the spotlight again, with his substitutions proving decisive, alongside clear signs that this Wolves side is getting fitter, sharper, and more connected as a group.

With momentum building, the big question now is whether the upcoming three-week break comes at the wrong time… and what the squad will be doing to maintain their edge.

Another comeback. Another step forward. But this Wolves side wants more.

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Mikey Burrows, Andy Thompson and Lee Naylor are still dreaming of the most unlikeliest great escape as Wolves come from 2-0 down to earn a point at Brentford, but the post and crossbar deny Rob Edwards team a win. There's plenty of praise for Angel Gomes, Hugo Bueno and more.

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