Elokobi, Afobe and Keogh: Wolves and Bristol City 'played for both' XI

Ahead of Wolves' Championship clash with Bristol City at Ashton Gate this evening, the Express & Star has picked a starting 11 of players who have represented both clubs over the years.

From title winners and Molineux favourites to players whose careers took very different paths at the two clubs, here is our 'Played For Both XI' for Wolves and Bristol City.

Goalkeeper: Mike Stowell

Wolves: 1989 and 1990–2001 (385 league appearances), Bristol City: 2001–2005 (25 league appearances)

Starting between the sticks is Mike Stowell, who became a firm favourite at Molineux during more than a decade with Wolves.

The goalkeeper initially joined on loan from Everton in 1989, helping Graham Turner's side secure the Third Division title, before returning permanently the following year. Stowell established himself as the club's first-choice goalkeeper and was named Wolves' Player of the Year in 1990/91, going on to make 385 league appearances across his two spells.

He eventually lost his place to Michael Oakes and departed for Bristol City in 2001. Stowell made 25 league appearances for the Robins before moving into coaching, later forming part of Leicester City's backroom staff during their remarkable Premier League title triumph in 2016.

Defender: John Pender

Wolves: 1981–1985 (117 league appearances), Bristol City: 1987–1990 (83 league appearances)

A product of Wolves' youth system, John Pender broke into the first team during one of the most turbulent periods in the club's history.

The centre-back made his senior debut against Swansea City in March 1982 and featured regularly over the following three seasons, helping Wolves win promotion to the First Division in 1982/83 before suffering successive relegations. He left Molineux for Charlton Athletic in 1985 as the club's financial difficulties continued.

Pender joined Bristol City in 1987 and spent three seasons at Ashton Gate, helping the Robins secure promotion from the Third Division in 1989/90. He also featured in their run to the League Cup semi-finals before leaving for Burnley later that year.

Defender: Keith Curle

Wolves: 1996–2000 (150 league appearances), Bristol City: 1984–1987 (121 league appearances)

Former England international Keith Curle arrived at Wolves in 1996 after establishing himself as a Premier League defender with Manchester City.

The experienced centre-back was signed by Mark McGhee for a reported £650,000 and brought leadership to the Wolves defence during their attempts to return to the top flight. He helped the club reach the Championship play-offs in 1996/97, although they suffered semi-final disappointment against Crystal Palace.

Curle had previously spent three years at Bristol City during the early stages of his career, helping the Robins secure promotion from the Fourth Division in 1984. His performances eventually earned him moves to Reading, Wimbledon and Manchester City before his arrival at Molineux.

Defender: George Showell

Wolves: 1955–1965 (200 league appearances), Bristol City: 1965–1966 (11 league appearances)

One of the oldest names in this starting 11, George Showell was part of Wolves' golden era under legendary manager Stan Cullis.

The Bilston-born defender came through the club's youth ranks and made his senior breakthrough in the mid-1950s, going on to make 200 league appearances during a decade at Molineux. Showell was part of the Wolves squad that won consecutive First Division titles in 1958 and 1959, and also featured in their 1960 FA Cup final victory over Blackburn Rovers.

He left Wolves for Bristol City in 1965, but his spell at Ashton Gate was brief, with the defender making just 11 league appearances before moving to Wrexham the following year.

Defender: George Elokobi

Wolves: 2008–2014 (85 appearances), Bristol City: 2012 (1 appearance)

A cult hero at Molineux, George Elokobi became a popular figure with Wolves supporters thanks to his powerful performances and infectious personality.

The Cameroonian defender joined Wolves from Colchester United in January 2008 and established himself as a regular under Mick McCarthy, helping the club secure promotion to the Premier League the following season. Elokobi also famously scored against Manchester United in a 2-1 victory at Molineux in February 2011, ending the Red Devils' unbeaten league run.

He joined Bristol City on loan in September 2012, but suffered a fractured ankle on his debut against Leeds United. The injury brought his spell at Ashton Gate to a premature end, and he returned to Wolves having made just one appearance.

Defender: Scott Golbourne

Wolves: 2013–2016 (87 appearances), Bristol City: 2005–2006 and 2016–2018 (40 appearances)

A dependable left-back who played a key role in Wolves' record-breaking League One title-winning campaign, Scott Golbourne joined the club from Barnsley in August 2013.

He quickly established himself in Kenny Jackett's side, making 40 league appearances as Wolves stormed to promotion with 103 points in 2013/14. Golbourne remained a regular following their return to the Championship, but eventually lost his place and left Molineux in January 2016.

The Bristol-born defender returned to his hometown club Bristol City, where he had begun his professional career as a teenager before moving to Reading in 2006. He spent another two-and-a-half years at Ashton Gate, although injuries and competition for places restricted his opportunities towards the end of his second spell.

Midfielder: George Saville

Wolves: 2014–2017 (57 appearances), Bristol City: 2015 (8 appearances)

Northern Ireland international George Saville joined Wolves from Chelsea in August 2014 as Kenny Jackett looked to strengthen his squad following promotion to the Championship.

The midfielder initially struggled to establish himself at Molineux and was sent on loan to Bristol City in January 2015, where he became part of Steve Cotterill's hugely successful side that won the League One title and Football League Trophy.

Saville returned to Wolves at the end of the campaign and eventually forced his way back into the first-team picture, scoring six goals during his time at the club. He left for Millwall in 2017 and later established himself as a regular at Middlesbrough, as well as representing Northern Ireland at international level.

Midfielder: Tommy Rowe

Wolves: 2014–2016 (18 appearances), Bristol City: 2019–2021 (67 appearances)

A versatile midfielder who enjoyed a lengthy career in the Football League, Tommy Rowe joined Wolves from Peterborough United in the summer of 2014.

The former Posh captain arrived at Molineux with plenty of Championship experience, but struggled to establish himself under Kenny Jackett and made just 17 league appearances during two seasons. Loan spells at Scunthorpe United and Doncaster Rovers followed before he left Wolves permanently in 2016.

Rowe eventually joined Bristol City in 2019 after a successful spell at Doncaster, becoming a useful member of Lee Johnson's squad thanks to his ability to operate in midfield or at left-back. He spent two seasons at Ashton Gate before returning to Doncaster in 2021.

Forward: Andy Keogh

Wolves: 2007–2012 (79 appearances), Bristol City: 2011 (9 appearances)

A popular figure at Molineux during Mick McCarthy's reign, Andy Keogh joined Wolves from Scunthorpe United in January 2007 and quickly established himself as an important part of the club's attack.

The Republic of Ireland international formed an effective partnership with Sylvan Ebanks-Blake and played a key role in Wolves' promotion to the Premier League in 2008/09. Although never the most prolific goalscorer, Keogh's intelligent movement, work rate and ability to link up play made him a valuable member of McCarthy's squad.

He joined Bristol City on loan in January 2011 after falling down the pecking order at Molineux, scoring once in nine Championship appearances. Keogh eventually left Wolves permanently for Millwall in 2012 before continuing his career in Australia.

Forward: Benik Afobe

Wolves: 2015–2016 and 2018 (64 appearances), Bristol City: 2019–2020 (12 league appearances)

A striker who enjoyed two spells at Molineux, Benik Afobe became an instant hit with Wolves supporters after joining from Arsenal in January 2015, forming part of the legendary ‘Dicko, Afobe, Sako’ trio.

The former England youth international scored 13 Championship goals during the second half of the 2014/15 campaign as Kenny Jackett's side narrowly missed out on the play-offs. Afobe continued his impressive form the following season before earning a reported £10m move to Bournemouth in January 2016.

He returned to Wolves on loan in 2018, scoring six league goals as Nuno Espirito Santo's side secured promotion to the Premier League. Afobe later joined Bristol City on loan from Stoke City in 2019, making a flying start with three goals in five appearances before suffering a serious knee injury. He returned to action following the coronavirus-enforced suspension of the season.

Forward: Andi Weimann

Wolves: 2017 (21 league appearances), Bristol City: 2018–2024 (216 appearances)

Completing the starting 11 is Austrian international Andi Weimann, who enjoyed a brief but memorable spell at Molineux before establishing himself as a prolific Championship performer with Bristol City.

The former Aston Villa forward joined Wolves on loan from Derby County in January 2017 and made an immediate impact under Paul Lambert. His most memorable moment came in the FA Cup fourth round, when he scored the winning goal in Wolves' famous 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield.

Weimann joined Bristol City permanently in 2018 and went on to spend six years at Ashton Gate. His standout campaign came in 2021/22, when he scored 22 Championship goals and registered 10 assists, establishing himself as one of the division's most dangerous attacking players.

He later became club captain before joining West Brom on loan in January 2024.