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As the EPL 2023/24 season approaches its climax, an intriguing match-up awaits at Molineux Stadium where Wolves will host Arsenal. Currently positioned 11th on the table, Wolves are keen to break into the top half, but face a formidable challenge against Arsenal, who are tied for second place with Liverpool.Β
Both teams have played 32 matches so far this season. Arsenal boasts a strong record with 22 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses, although they are looking to bounce back from a recent 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa. Meanwhile, Wolves have had a mixed season with 12 wins, 13 losses, and 7 draws.
Arsenal has dominated the last 5 meetings, winning all of the last 5 encounters between the two sides, 3 victories at home and 2 away. Out of 19 meetings overall, Arsenal have secured 13 wins compared to Wolves' 3, with the remaining 3 games ending in draws.
Both teams are likely to score in this match as Arsenal boasts a high-scoring offense while Wolves, playing at home, have shown improved goal-scoring form and defensive resilience.
The betting tip is...
Both teams to score (BTTS)
64 %
36 %
Pedro Neto is expected to return after the first week of May, which means he will clearly miss this game. Ait-Nouriβs participation is uncertain, but Dawson is more likely to play despite some doubts.
Matheus Cunha, who recently came back to the team from an injury, has been pivotal. As Wolvesβ top scorer, he has netted 11 goals and provided 6 assists this season. His presence was felt strongly in his last game where he scored twice. Alongside him, Hee-chan, who is the teamβs second top scorer with 10 goals and 3 assists, also returned recently and played a few minutes in the last match.
Pablo Sarabia has been filling in well during the absence of key players, contributing 4 goals and 7 assists this season. On average, Wolves have scored 1.44 goals per game and created 1.56 chances, although they have conceded 1.59 goals per game, meaning they have been better offensively.
Sarabia, Hee Chan and Cunha are the key players.
Predicted Lineup: Jose Sa; Santiago Bueno, Maximilian Kilman, Toti Gomes; Nelson Semedo, Mario Lemina, Joao Gomes, Craig Dawson; Pablo Sarabia, Hee-Chan; Matheus Cunha
Arsenal's squad is in strong form with no current injuries reported. Jurrien Timber is expected to make his comeback in late April after a long-term injury.
Bukayo Saka remains Arsenal's leading offensive force this season, having scored 14 goals and provided 8 assists. Arsenal are ranked second in the league for goals scored per match at 2.34 and chances created per match at 2.19. However, their attackers, Jesus and Martinelli, have shown inconsistency, while Trossard has recently contributed important goals as a substitute.
Midfielder Kai Havertz, after a slow start, has become a key player alongside Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice, significantly strengthening Arsenal's midfield dynamics.
Defensively, Arsenal has been robust, recording the most clean sheets in the league with 14 and conceding only 0.81 goals per game, thanks largely to solid performances from goalkeeper Raya.
Odegaard, Saka and Havertz are the in-form players.
Predicted Lineup: David Raya; Oleksandr Zinchenko, Gabriel Magalhaes, William Saliba, Ben White; Kai Havertz, Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard; Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka.
Given that Wolves are playing at home, where they have shown better performance and a sturdier defence than their away games, it's possible they could challenge Arsenal's tight backline. Arsenal enters the match as favourites but Wolves' home form might see them find the net.Β
Arsenal, with their potent offence averaging 2.34 goals per match, should still find ample scoring opportunities against Wolves. Considering both teams' current dynamics and historical performance, a competitive match with both sides scoring is likely.
Expect a closer scoreline with Arsenal finding the victory eventually, reflecting both Arsenalβs attacking strength and Wolvesβ resilience at home.
