Stoke City Faces Wolverhampton in Pre-Season Friendly Showdown

Stoke City will host Wolverhampton Wanderers for a pre-season friendly match on July 26, 2025, at the bet365 Stadium in Stoke-on-Trent, England. The match is scheduled to kick off at 15:00 local time. This fixture is crucial for both teams as they prepare for their upcoming competitive seasons, with Wolves focusing on their Premier League campaign and Stoke City gearing up for the Championship.

Both clubs are eager to test new strategies and integrate recent signings into their squads. The friendly offers an opportunity for coaches to assess player form and tactics ahead of the season.

Recent Performances of Both Teams

Stoke City enters this match following a 2-1 victory over Crewe Alexandra, showcasing their competitive spirit and balanced play during the pre-season. In their last ten matches, the Potters achieved four wins, three draws, and three losses, averaging nearly a goal per game. Their home performances have been particularly strong, which adds to their confidence leading into this encounter.

Wolverhampton, on the other hand, has displayed attacking prowess in their recent away matches but faced a setback in their latest outing. They suffered a 1-2 defeat against Portuguese side Santa Clara in another pre-season fixture. Wolves will be looking to bounce back and regain momentum against Stoke.

Historical Context and Head-to-Head Record

Historically, Stoke City and Wolverhampton have faced each other numerous times, with Wolves holding a slight edge in their overall head-to-head record, winning 65 matches compared to Stoke’s 51 victories, alongside 35 draws. However, Stoke has been the dominant force in their last ten meetings, winning six and losing only twice. This recent trend may provide the Potters with added confidence as they face Wolves.

For fans interested in watching the match, it will be available for streaming in the UK on Premier Sports Player and Premier Sports 2. Unfortunately, viewers in India will not have access to the live stream.

As both teams prepare for the challenges ahead, this friendly match serves as a vital test for their readiness. Fans will be eager to see how both squads utilize this opportunity to fine-tune their strategies and build team chemistry ahead of the competitive season.