Stakes high for Wolves and Trap

It might not be the most captivating of games from a purist’s perspective, but today’s clash between Wolves and Bolton could prove one of the most important of the season.

If ever there is a relegation six-pointer this is it. Last weekend Bolton clawed their way out of the bottom three with a 2-1 victory over fellow strugglers Blackburn while Wolves lost 2-1 to Norwich, their fifth defeat in their last six games.

Wolves’ plight is a desperate one since Mick McCarthy lost his job and might become hopeless if they fail to win today. The club’s travails must be a source of worry for Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni with Euro 2012 just months away.