Wolves Ready to Battle Arsenal: Key Matchups, Bold Predictions and Starting XI Revealed
Arsenal have the opportunity to extend their Premier League summit advantage to seven points when they face Wolverhampton Wanderers on Wednesday evening.
The North London side were scheduled to meet the league's bottom performers during Carabao Cup final weekend next month, but their progression to the Wembley showpiece necessitated a fixture postponement. Consequently, the table-toppers can accumulate points in this championship battle and compel Manchester City to respond.
Despite Wolves enduring a dismal campaign, they remarkably nearly claimed two points from Arsenal in the earlier meeting before Christmas. Tolu Arokadare leveled for Rob Edwards' squad in the 90th minute, but a Yerson Mosquera own goal during added time prevented the Gunners from surprisingly dropping points.
Currently, Arsenal's advantage at the peak stands at four points after last week's battling stalemate at Brentford.
Wolves, conversely, edged closer to Derby County's historic low points record of 11 by sharing the spoils at Nottingham Forest last week. They've reached nine points now, and like Arsenal, booked their place in the FA Cup fifth round on Sunday.
What Time Does Wolves vs. Arsenal Kick-Off?
What Time Does Wolves vs. Arsenal Kick-Off?
Wolves vs. Arsenal Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Wolves vs. Arsenal Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions, Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions, Last Five Games)
Wolves (WDLLL) | Arsenal (WDWWW) |
|---|---|
Grimsby 0–1 Wolves | Arsenal 4–0 Wigan |
Nottingham Forest 0–0 Wolves | Brentford 1–1 Arsenal |
Wolves 1–3 Chelsea | Arsenal 3–0 Sunderland |
Wolves 0–2 Bournemouth | Arsenal 1–0 Chelsea |
Man City 2–0 Wolves | Leeds 0–4 Arsenal |
How to Watch Wolves vs. Arsenal on TV
How to Watch Wolves vs. Arsenal on TV
Country | TV Channel/Live Stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | Sky Go UK, NOW, SKY GO Extra, Sky Ultra HD, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League |
United States | TBC |
Canada | DAZN Canada, fuboTV Canada |
Mexico | Max Mexico |
Wolves Team News
Wolves Team News
Hwang Hee-Chan represents a fairly recent addition to Wolves' limited injury roster. The South Korean forward has sustained a calf problem that will rule him out of Wednesday's encounter. Without Hwang available, January signing Adam Armstrong should form a partnership with Arokadare up front.
This match has also come too early for defender Toti Gomes, who's been absent for months with a hamstring problem.
Wolves' starting eleven could include a total of five Buenos and Gomeses should Edwards choose to make several alterations from Sunday's lineup at Grimsby Town. Nevertheless, young midfielder Mateus Mané is the player to watch against the division leaders.
Wolves Predicted Lineup vs. Arsenal
Wolves Predicted Lineup vs. Arsenal
Wolves predicted lineup vs. Arsenal (3-5-2): Sa; Mosquera, S. Bueno, Krejčí; R. Gomes, A. Gomes, Mané, J. Gomes, H. Bueno; Armstrong, Arokodare.
Arsenal Team News
Arsenal Team News
The pre-match injury jinx affected Arsenal once more at the weekend, with Riccardo Calafiori becoming the latest victim of a setback just before kickoff. While the severity of his issue remains unclear, the Italian defender isn't anticipated to participate on Wednesday evening. Piero Hincapié will return to the starting lineup.
Ben White also sustained an injury on Sunday and was substituted, but the England international was already set to lose his position to Jurriën Timber regardless.
Kai Havertz continues to be unavailable with a muscular problem, while Mikel Merino and Max Dowman are also on the treatment table. William Saliba has overcome his illness and will retain his place in the XI, and Bukayo Saka's excellent display as Arsenal's number 10 may enable Noni Madueke to maintain his position on the right flank.
Martin Ødegaard was absent from the FA Cup victory over Wigan Athletic due to an injury concern and remains questionable.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Wolves
Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Wolves
Arsenal predicted lineup vs. Wolves (4-2-3-1): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié; Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Saka, Trossard; Gyökeres.
Wolves vs. Arsenal Score Prediction
Wolves vs. Arsenal Score Prediction
A comfortable victory was precisely what was needed following an exhausting battle with Brentford just three days prior. Arsenal should therefore arrive at Molineux reasonably refreshed and prepared to capitalize on a significant chance.
The Gunners represent the finest team in the nation, and if they're destined to claim this league championship, they simply cannot contemplate anything other than victory in this fixture. It's maximum points or nothing for the visitors, and they should secure their desired outcome with minimal effort.