Recap

Arsenal 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers — Late drama at the Emirates

• Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers thanks to two Wolves own goals. The match-winning own goal came in the fourth minute of stoppage time after Tolu Arokodare had equalized for Wolves in the 90th minute.

Match summary and scoreline

• The final score was Arsenal 2, Wolverhampton Wanderers 1. Arsenal’s goals were both own goals: the first fell around the 70th minute when a Bukayo Saka corner struck Wolves keeper Sam Johnstone and deflected into the net, and the second was a stoppage-time deflection by Yerson Mosquera in the 90+4th minute. Wolves’ goal, a 90th-minute header by Tolu Arokodare, briefly looked to have earned a point for the visitors.

Key moments

• First half ended goalless as Wolves were well organized defensively, restricting Arsenal’s clear chances. Notable attempts included a Jurrien Timber header for Arsenal and a low effort saved by David Raya from Hee-Chan Hwang’s run for Wolves.
• 70th minute — Arsenal took the lead: Bukayo Saka’s corner hit the bar and rebounded off Sam Johnstone into the net.
• 90th minute — Wolves equalized: Mateus Nunes swung in a cross which Tolu Arokodare met with a glancing header to score his first Premier League goal.
• 90+4 minute — Late heartbreak for Wolves: Bukayo Saka’s cross was deflected by Wolves defender Yerson Mosquera into his own net, handing Arsenal a dramatic win.

Tactical overview and team performances

• Arsenal dominated possession at times but were frustrated by Wolves’ compact defending. Arsenal’s persistence paid off late through set-piece pressure and wide-play, with Bukayo Saka key in creating decisive deliveries. Goalkeeper David Raya made important saves but was briefly exposed for Wolves’ equalizer.
• Wolves executed a disciplined defensive plan, stifling Arsenal in the first half and building momentum late in the game. Their resilience earned a late equalizer, but they were devastated by an own goal in stoppage time that cost them a point.

Individual performances and notes

• Bukayo Saka (Arsenal): Played a pivotal role in both own goals with his corner and late cross.
• Sam Johnstone (Wolves): Unlucky to be involved in both own goals.
• Yerson Mosquera (Wolves): Put in a committed defensive display but accidentally scored the decisive own goal.
• Tolu Arokodare (Wolves): Scored his first Premier League goal with a crucial 90th-minute header to level the game.
• David Raya (Arsenal): Made several key saves, though was caught off guard for Wolves’ equalizer.

Referee, discipline and notable statistics

• The match was marked by dramatic late twists rather than disciplinary issues. Set-piece delivery by Arsenal and Wolves’ resilience were pivotal in deciding the final outcome.

Context and significance

• For Arsenal, the victory highlighted their capacity to win tight matches through attacking pressure and set-piece quality, securing three important points at the Emirates.
• For Wolves, the result was a cruel end to a largely disciplined performance, losing in the final seconds after earning a late equalizer.