Sam Johnstone says the team must unite as one, regardless of who is in the starting XI, to propel Wolves up the Premier League table. The goalkeeper returned to the starting XI in the Carabao Cup tie against Everton, making several crucial saves as the team kept a clean sheet and progressed to the next round.  

However, the priority for Wolves is to carry that positive momentum into the Premier League, where they remain bottom of the table after five games, and Sam Johnstone is well aware of the importance of team cohesion in the pursuit of unity.  

Sam Johnstone said: "I'm really happy. Everyone knows we've had some difficult weeks, so to come into this game right after the weekend and get a great result is huge. Facing Everton is always a tough game, but my teammates gave it their all and made the right choices. Overall, it was a great team win."  

"I hope this weekend's game will inject confidence into the team because we hate losing more than anyone else. We are trying our best to turn the situation around and this game gives us a small chance to pave the way for the next Premier League season."  

“I hope we can carry this momentum into the next game. It will be an equally tough matchup, but I believe this victory will boost our confidence and help us continue to strive for better results.”  

"The opponent was always dangerous and if you don't extend the lead to more than 1-0, they will always create chances. I would have liked the second goal to come earlier, but overall it was a very good result."  

“A clean sheet means a lot to us. It always means you have a great chance of taking away three points, or at least securing one point. It’s crucial to stay strong defensively and get the win. We train together every day, so whoever plays has to do their job well.”  

"I've been training hard every day and waiting patiently for my chance. I've had a lot of playing experience, so when I stepped onto the court again, it felt like I was back to my best form. I really enjoyed that feeling."  

"Every one of us is working hard to perform brilliantly. Whether we're starting or coming on the bench, everyone must be at their best. Only in this way can the team climb up the standings. To this end, we always support each other and work together."