Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a hard-fought victory over Grimsby Town in the FA Cup fourth round, advancing to the fifth round despite challenging conditions at Blundell Park. The Premier League strugglers overcame a muddy pitch to earn the win against the League Two side, demonstrating their resilience in difficult circumstances.

The match at Grimsby's home ground was played on a heavily waterlogged surface that made passing and movement difficult for both teams. Wolves, currently battling relegation in the top flight, showed determination to grind out the result against lower-league opposition. The victory represents an important morale boost for Gary O'Neil's side as they continue their fight against dropping into the Championship.

Advancing to the FA Cup fifth round provides Wolves with a potential distraction from their Premier League struggles and a chance to make a deep cup run. For Grimsby, the defeat ends their cup journey but the League Two club can take pride in pushing the Premier League side on their own difficult pitch. The result sets up Wolves for another potential clash with top-flight opposition in the next round.