Liam Keen comment: Wolves' system success, defensive maverick and points lost

Points

A point against Newcastle is often a good point for most teams in the Premier League and Wolves are no different.

This match is one Wolves would have likely lost earlier this season, but they are now competitive again and have some consistency in their performances and results of late.

As far as 0-0 draws go, the game was entertaining enough and had some chances, without either side fully grasping control of it.

Despite the progress Wolves have made, it is somewhat frustrating that they were unable to go up an extra gear because the game was there to be won.

Newcastle, for all their talent, were not at their best and the home crowd was willing Wolves on to go and win it.

They were unable to find that winning moment, but it does not detract from the relatively strong performance and progress Wolves have made.

Unfortunately - in similar fashion to the Everton draw earlier this month - this was the kind of game Wolves needed to win if they are going to pull off a miracle and survive relegation.

Defence

Wolves have now managed back-to-back clean sheets in their last two Premier League matches at Molineux.

A big part of the recent success has been down to Wolves becoming more solid, reliable and difficult to score against.

At the heart of it is the three centre-backs in Yerson Mosquera, Santi Bueno and Ladislav Krejci.

Krejci has found his consistency again after a difficult spell, while S.Bueno is dealing with the rigours of the Premier League well, highlighted by his aggressive marking of Nick Woltemade at the weekend.

But Mosquera caught the eye against Newcastle, mainly and surprisingly for his attacking intent. 

The centre-back urged Wolves forward on the counter, made positive passes and on a few occasions he carried the ball on some remarkable solo runs.

Defensively he was also impressive for the most part, but some of his mistakes were also not punished.

Mosquera has all the physical attributes to play at a high level and he has plenty of talent, but he is often erratic and he will need to manage his emotions in order to realise his potential.

Despite that, he is box office viewing most of the time.

System

Wolves' improvement has been the result of a number of reasons, including individual inspiration from players like Mateus Mane, but the system is also worth a mention.

Edwards' side have proven they can play the three in midfield with one recognised midfielder and two more attacking players, or with both Andre and Joao Gomes alongside a natural attacker.

Against Newcastle it was Mane that was chosen alongside the two Brazilians, and rightly so, while Jhon Arias is in the conversation due to his improved form.

That left Edwards with a selection dilemma and Wolves finally have some competition in midfield, even if it has come from unlikely sources.

Jean-Ricner Bellearde is still to come back from a hamstring injury too and with his specific qualities, he will fit into the number eight position in midfield with ease.

However, Wolves could also do with another midfielder in the transfer window to bring more competition and also set them up for next season, where Wolves will likely play in the Championship.