In a dramatic turn of events, Riccardo Calafiori’s stoppage-time own goal denied Arsenal a crucial victory, allowing Wolves to snatch a 2-2 draw at the final whistle. The result came after the Gunners had established a two-goal advantage, leaving their Premier League title ambitions under increased pressure.
Arsenal, who had hoped to build on their recent form, were unable to secure all three points despite dominating the early stages, and the late twist ensured their lead over Manchester City did not grow as they had intended.
The Gunners had looked in full control for much of the match, taking an early lead thanks to Bukayo Saka. Celebrating his new five-year contract with the club, Saka made an immediate impact by finding the back of the net. His goal, his fifth of the season, came as a result of Mikel Arteta’s decision to deploy him in a more advanced number-10 role, a tactical move that paid off almost immediately. Saka’s finish was clinical and precise, giving Arsenal an early advantage and suggesting that three points might be safely heading back to north London.
Arsenal’s momentum continued as Piero Hincapie added a second goal, marking his first ever for the club. The Colombian defender’s strike appeared to solidify Arsenal’s grip on the match, offering a strong indication that the Gunners would leave the pitch with all three points. For a brief period, it seemed that Arsenal’s Premier League title charge would gain further momentum, with the possibility of extending their lead over Manchester City to seven points looming large.
However, Wolves refused to fold under pressure, displaying resilience and determination. Huge Bueno’s inventive effort brought Wolves back into the contest, cutting the deficit and signaling that the visitors were not prepared to concede defeat. Bueno’s moment of brilliance provided a lifeline for Wolves and shifted the momentum of the match, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.
Ultimately, it was Tom Edozie who produced the defining moment of the game. With a shot from the edge of the box, Edozie’s effort took a crucial deflection off Riccardo Calafiori and beat David Raya in goal.
The own goal not only leveled the score but also delivered a cruel blow to Arsenal’s aspirations on the day. Wolves, who had come into the match with modest expectations, left the field with a valuable point that could prove vital in their fight to survive in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Arsenal were left to rue missed opportunities, as they failed to capitalize on their strong start and squandered a chance to extend their advantage in the title race.
