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Wolves begin their 2026/27 campaign with a Carabao Cup first-round tie against Port Vale at Molineux as the César Peixoto era officially gets underway. Following relegation from the Premier League last season, the competition offers the Old Gold an early opportunity to build confidence ahead of their Championship return, while League Two Port Vale will be hoping to cause an upset. Wolves have not competed in the first round of the competition since 2017, making Friday night’s encounter an unfamiliar but important occasion at Molineux. Read More: Wolves vs Port Vale Team News and Predicted Lineup Wolves vs Port Vale Team News & Confirmed Lineups Wolves Team News Tonight’s clash marks César Peixoto’s first competitive game in charge after taking over during the summer following the sacking of Rob Edwards. The Portuguese head coach enjoyed an encouraging pre-season, with Wolves winning three of their four friendly fixtures, and will be hoping to carry that momentum into the new campaign. Peixoto had this to say before the game: “The guys work very hard in the pre-season, and I’m happy with the game, but we still have to improve a lot to do a great season.” Port Vale Team News Port Vale arrive at Molineux looking to bounce back after suffering relegation from League One last season. While they head into the tie as underdogs, the Valiants will see the cup as an opportunity to test themselves against Championship opposition and potentially produce a memorable result. Port Vale boss had this to say in his pre-match press conference: “It certainly means something. If you don’t win, you’re out; if you win, you’re through. There’s no sterner test; I’m excited. I spoke to the boys about the excitement to see them at probably one of the best tests they’ll get”. Read More: Opinion: Five Players Wolves Should Target After Cesar Peixoto’s Transfer Hint Wolves Confirmed Lineup - Bentley - Trippier - Mosquera - Toti - H. Bueno - Andre - Munetsi - R. Gomes - Lopez - Mane - Armstrong Subs: Sa, Jimenez, Lima, Doyle, Chirewa, Djiga, Krejci, Tchatchoua, & Abbey Port Vale Confirmed Lineup - Smith - Headley - Gabriel - Byers - Faal - Dempsey - Gordon - Montsma - Humphreys - Hall - Walters Subs: Terry, John, Hall, Hernandez, Lynch, Simpson, Croasdale, Waine, & Bussell