‘I really felt it’ – Marshall Munetsi explains the main difference between Stade Reims and Wolves fans..
Wolves booked their place in the FA Cup’s next round with an important win over Blackburn last weekend.
After beating Blackburn 2-0 away from home, Wolves will travel to Bournemouth for the FA Cup Fifth Round.
Goals from Joao Gomes and Matheus Cunha sealed Saturday’s result at Ewood Park, and Marshall Munetsi, who made his debut, couldn’t believe the influence the travelling fans had on the match.
Marshall Munetsi already ‘feels’ connected to Wolves fans
Joining on Deadline Day from Stade Reims, Munetsi was key to Vitor Pereira’s transfer plans. 28-year-old Munetsi has replaced Mario Lemina in the heart of Wolves’ midfield.
Making his first appearance for the club against Blackburn, Munetsi almost got himself on the scoresheet, and although his debut wasn’t marked with a goal, he did impress.
And speaking about the influence the away support had on the whole team, the Zimbabwe international, who spoke to Wolves’ official website, said: “In France, we do have some supporters, but here, I always hear about the amazing supporters in England, and now at Wolves, I really felt it.
“It gives you that drive, even though it was like 80 minutes, 90 minutes, you keep on going, so I was just able to appreciate the love that they gave me today.”
A strong statement from a player who will be expected to play such a big part between now and the end of the season.
Fans will love hearing what Munetsi has had to say. He has taken to the side almost-instantly and looks like a solid addition.
Following Lemina’s decision to withdraw from the squad on the eve of a must-win game against Newcastle last month, Pereira needs players willing to give their all, and Munetsi certainly seems to be that player.
The commanding midfielder has made a huge step up by moving to Wolves and will be thankful for the club for showing such faith in him and his ability. In return, we can expect to see a do-or-die attitude from a player willing to do whatever it takes to keep the side in the Premier League.
