Arsenal will have the opportunity to extend their lead at the Premier League summit to seven points when they travel to face bottom-placed Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux Stadium. This midweek fixture presents a critical moment for the Gunners, who are aiming to bounce back after a recent dip in form.
Match Preview and Context
The North London side dropped two valuable points in their last outing against Brentford, where Keane Lewis-Potter's equaliser cancelled out Noni Madueke's early strike. This result marked Arsenal's third failure to secure a victory in their past six league matches, adding pressure to their title aspirations.
While tonight's encounter with relegation-threatened Wolves might appear straightforward on paper, manager Mikel Arteta remains cautious. The reverse fixture in December demonstrated Wolves' resilience, as Arsenal needed two own goals - including a dramatic late winner in stoppage time - to secure a narrow 2-1 victory at the Emirates Stadium.
Broadcast Information
The Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal is scheduled for Wednesday 18 February 2026, with kick-off at 8:00 PM GMT at Molineux Stadium.
For viewers in the United Kingdom, comprehensive coverage will be available on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League channels. The broadcast programming will commence at 7:30 PM GMT, providing thirty minutes of pre-match analysis and build-up before the game begins.
Team News and Injury Updates
Wolverhampton Wanderers
The home side faces significant attacking absences, with forward Hwang Hee-chan ruled out for several weeks due to a calf injury. Defender Toti Gomes continues his recovery from a hamstring problem sustained during the reverse fixture and is unlikely to feature against Arsenal.
Arsenal
The Gunners confront defensive concerns after Ben White and Riccardo Calafiori were forced off during their weekend FA Cup victory over Wigan Athletic. Captain Martin Odegaard missed that cup tie and will undergo assessment ahead of the Midlands trip, alongside Max Dowman who has recently returned to training. Long-term absentees Mikel Merino and Kai Havertz remain unavailable for selection.
Predicted Starting Line-Ups
Wolverhampton Wanderers predicted XI: Sa; Mosquera, S. Bueno, Krejci; R. Gomes, A. Gomes, Mane, J. Gomes, H. Bueno; Armstrong, Arokodare.
Arsenal predicted XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Rice, Zubimendi, Eze; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard.
This fixture represents more than just three points for both clubs. For Wolves, it's a crucial opportunity to gain momentum in their battle against relegation, while Arsenal must demonstrate their championship credentials by overcoming a stubborn opponent away from home. The historical context of their previous meeting suggests this will be anything but a straightforward encounter for the title contenders.
