Fer Lopez: Wolves players 'gutted' at Everton defeat

Despite a poor defensive display, Wolves managed to pull a goal back at Molineux and at 3-2 they pushed for a late draw against the Toffees.

But they struggled to create enough chances as Vitor Pereira's side fell to a third straight Premier League defeat at the start of the season.

"Mentally, it was very tough when we were 3-1 down," Lopez said.

"But with the help of the fans, we got back to 3-2 and had a lot more confidence.

"We were gutted at the final whistle because we thought we could tie the game at the end.

"No-one likes to lose and as we had lost our first two games as well, he’s (Pereira) not going to be happy. This is normal. 

"He said we have to work hard to change the situation. But when he came in here last season, things were much worse than they are now.

"So, we have time to change the situation. I think the last two performances - against West Ham in the Cup and today - will help, mentally, because we deserved a little bit more."

Lopez was introduced in the second half and played a part in Wolves' late resurgence, alongside Rodrigo Gomes who scored the second goal to give his side a lifeline.

Wolves must now wait until after the international break for any chance to turn their fortunes around.

Lopez added: "At the moment, we have a lot of different players but we are only three games into the season. But we are gutted with the result, because we thought we could at least get a point, especially as in the last 20 minutes we were the superior team.

"But fair play to them, they had chances earlier and they scored. They were very good goals.

"When you lose, it’s not good and we have hard work ahead. But the international break is going to help us a little bit. It will allow everyone to get more rhythm playing with their international teams.

"Then, we will come back with an open mind and be ready to learn, to work hard, and to win."