In a thrilling Premier League encounter at Molineux, Wolverhampton Wanderers staged a remarkable late comeback to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw against league leaders Arsenal, with debutant Tom Edozie's stoppage-time strike proving decisive. The result casts further doubt on Arsenal's title hopes, leaving them five points clear of Manchester City having played an additional game.
Arsenal's Early Dominance and Wolves' Resilience
Arsenal started brightly in wintry conditions, with Bukayo Saka celebrating his new five-year contract by opening the scoring early on. Mikel Arteta's tactical decision to deploy Saka in the number-10 role paid immediate dividends, as the England international nodded home from six yards after a Declan Rice cross. The Gunners continued to press, with Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa making a crucial double save to deny Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli.
Hincapie Extends Lead Before Wolves Fight Back
Arsenal appeared to be cruising towards victory when Piero Hincapie doubled their advantage with his first goal for the club, slotting home after a Gabriel through-ball. The goal was initially flagged for offside but was confirmed by VAR, sparking wild celebrations. However, Wolves refused to surrender, and Huge Bueno reignited their hopes with a stunning 20-yard curler that left David Raya helpless.
Edozie's Late Heroics Seal Unlikely Point
As the match entered stoppage time, Wolves pushed relentlessly for an equaliser. Their persistence was rewarded when 84th-minute substitute Tom Edozie unleashed a powerful effort from the edge of the box. The shot took a decisive deflection off Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori, wrong-footing Raya and sending the Molineux crowd into raptures. The goal completed a stunning turnaround for Rob Edwards's side, who continue their unlikely survival bid with another valuable point.
This result marks another setback for Arsenal, who have now drawn consecutive matches following their stalemate with Brentford. For Wolves, the dramatic draw provides a significant boost in their battle against relegation, showcasing their fighting spirit against one of the league's top sides.
