The battle for the Premier League title continues as Arsenal must win against Wolves on Saturday to keep their hopes alive. Manager Mikel Arteta will have to be strategic in order to outmaneuver Gary O’Neil at Molineux. Although Wolves have struggled recently, their home record against top teams has been impressive this season.
Among the top five teams, only Liverpool has managed to secure a victory at Molineux, and that required a comeback with two late goals. Manchester City and Tottenham both suffered losses at the hands of Wolves, while Aston Villa could only manage a draw in their match against Wolves in October. Even extending the comparison to the top seven, Newcastle drew 2-2 and Manchester United needed a late winner to secure a 4-3 victory.
Gary O’Neil is known for his meticulous tactical approach, which was evident in Wolves’ well-executed game plan when they beat Manchester City earlier in the season. Despite their current form, Wolves are not an easy team to beat at Molineux. While there have been some exceptions, such as a 4-1 loss to Brighton and a 2-0 defeat against Brentford, the players have quickly adapted to O’Neil’s methods and could potentially claim another important victory on Saturday.
