Piers Morgan Blasts Arsenal for 'Choking Again' After Wolves Collapse
Piers Morgan has unleashed a furious tirade against Arsenal, accusing the club of "choking again" after they surrendered a two-goal lead in a dramatic Premier League draw at Wolves. The outspoken broadcaster and Gunners fan was left seething as he watched his team's title hopes suffer a significant blow at Molineux on Wednesday night.
Arsenal's Dramatic Collapse at Molineux
Arsenal appeared to be cruising toward a vital victory when they established a comfortable 2-0 advantage in the second half against bottom-side Wolves. However, the match took a stunning turn as Wolves clawed back one goal before delivering a devastating equaliser in the 94th minute, snatching two points from the Gunners' grasp.
This result marks Arsenal's second consecutive Premier League draw, allowing Manchester City to potentially close the gap at the top to just two points if they win their game in hand. With a crucial head-to-head clash between the two title contenders still to come later this season, Arsenal's stumble has handed the initiative to their rivals.
Morgan's Furious Reaction
Morgan did not mince words in his reaction to the collapse, posting on social media: "We're choking. Again." Earlier in the match, he had expressed his frustration with the warning signs, writing: "FFS. What are you doing, Arsenal?"
The broadcaster's anger reflects broader concerns among Arsenal supporters about the team's mentality in title races. Over the past three seasons, Arsenal have finished as runners-up each time, having surrendered leads on multiple occasions when positioned at the summit of the table.
Fan Frustration and Manager's Response
Morgan was far from alone in his disappointment. One despondent fan commented: "One thing about Arsenal? We will prove the haters right every single time." Another lamented: "If we're not good enough, we're not good enough and you just have to deal with it, life sucks."
Manager Mikel Arteta accepted full responsibility for the collapse, stating: "Extremely disappointed, obviously, with the result, with the way the game ended, but we have to blame ourselves. I think the performance in the second half didn't show anything close to the standards that are required in this league to win."
Arteta added: "When you are at this level and at the top, you need to take the hit, because today we deserve them as well, and move on as quickly as possible." Despite the setback, Arsenal remain in contention for all four trophies this season.
Looking Ahead to North London Derby
The Gunners must now regroup quickly for their next challenge: a high-stakes North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Tottenham themselves are navigating a transitional period under new manager Igor Tudor, adding another layer of intrigue to this fierce rivalry.
As Arsenal prepare for this crucial encounter, the pressure mounts on Arteta's squad to demonstrate the mental fortitude required to sustain a title challenge. With Manchester City lurking and historical patterns of late-season collapses haunting the club, every point dropped raises questions about Arsenal's ability to finally end their Premier League drought.
