Arsenal's Resilience: Two Own Goals Secure a Nervy Win Against Wolves
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal faced a challenging afternoon at the Emirates, with a flat first half and a wasteful Gabriel Martinelli failing to break the deadlock. The boss made strategic substitutions, bringing on Leandro Trossard, Martin Odegaard, and Mikel Merino, which revitalized the team's attack. The Gunners' efforts paid off, with Declan Rice's shot finally finding its mark, albeit well saved by Sam Johnstone.
The turning point came in the 70th minute, as the pressure finally told. Bukayo Saka's corner kick caused Johnstone to scramble, and in a moment of misfortune, the ball deflected off his arm and into the net, resulting in an own goal. This goal provided immense relief to the anxious crowd.
However, the drama wasn't over yet. With the match seemingly heading for a draw, Wolves pulled one back in the 90th minute, thanks to a header from Tolu Arokodare. But Arsenal's fate was sealed just moments later. Saka's cross found Gabriel Jesus, who was tackled, and the ball was deflected into the net by Yerson Mosquera, another own goal.
This victory, coupled with Manchester City's loss, sees Arsenal maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League. Despite their recent success, the Gunners have not won the league since 2004, a stark reminder of their enduring pursuit of glory. The winless Wolves, on the other hand, continue their struggle, with their ninth league defeat in a row, amassing just two points from 16 games, a record that could mark the worst season in Premier League history.
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