For the 16th day of the Premier League, leader Arsenal faced bottom side Wolverhampton at the Emirates Stadium. An ideal opportunity for the Gunners to gain some air at the top of the standings against Wolves still looking for a first victory this season. However, this large English gap was not largely dominated by the Londoners, who missed too many chances in the first half. Martinelli, Gyokeres, Rice and Timber were missing and gave reason for hope to the Wolves, who held on to their draw.
So, Arteta’s men had to rely on their best weapon: set pieces. And this time, it took a corner from Saka directly on the opposite post and unfortunately deflected by goalkeeper Johnstone to give the Gunners victory (1-0, 70th). But while Arsenal thought they were winning, Arokodare equalized at the very end of the game (1-1, 90th). We were heading towards a draw, except that a new own goal allowed Arsenal to win in a completely crazy end to the match. A twist of fate allowing the Gunners to take a five-point lead over Manchester City, while the Wolves concede a 14th defeat in 16 days…
