Gary Lineker raves about Nuno

Gary Lineker has been singing the praises of Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo, saying he's the 'perfect fit' for the club.

The former England striker, who now presents BBC's Match of the Day, was speaking after Wolves' 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace at the weekend.

"He's the perfect fit for Wolves," Lineker said. "He's been fantastic for them. The way they play, the spirit they show, it's just fantastic."

"Nuno's got them playing with such freedom and such spirit. You can see that they enjoy playing for him and it's great to watch."

Lineker also praised Wolves' defender Willy Boly, saying he's one of the best centre halves in the Premier League.

"He's got everything, Boly," he said. "He's got pace, he's got power, he's got the ability to read the game. He's one of the best centre halves in the Premier League."

Nuno's approach

"Nuno's way, it's not just about the players, it's about the team, it's about the staff, it's about the spirit, it's about the club." - Gary Lineker
"He's got a great team spirit, a great team ethos. He's got a great understanding of the players and what's required of them." - Gary Lineker

"I think Nuno's a great manager. He's got a great understanding of the game, a great understanding of his players, and a great understanding of what's required to win games." - Gary Lineker

Author's summary

Gary Lineker's praise for Nuno Espirito Santo is a testament to the Wolverhampton Wanderers manager's exceptional leadership and ability to inspire his team to success. As the former England striker continues to sing the praises of Nuno's approach, it's clear that the Wolves' manager has made a lasting impact on the Premier League.

Hammers News — 2025-11-25