Arsenal scraped out a hard-fought win over Wolverhampton, thanks to a decisive goal by Italian Riccardo Calafiori and a stellar performance from Spanish goalkeeper David Raya, who kept the Gunners in the game with crucial saves in the dying minutes. The match was anything but straightforward, with both teams finishing a man down.

Down to 10 Men and Under Pressure

It wasn’t an easy night for Mikel Arteta’s side. Coming off a draw against Aston Villa, Arsenal needed a win to stay in the hunt for a Champions League spot. Things took a turn for the worse just before halftime, as Myles Lewis Skelly was shown a straight red for a rough tackle on Matt Doherty, leaving Arsenal with only ten players.

Despite being a man down, the Gunners kept fighting, while Wolverhampton, desperate for points to climb out of the relegation zone, piled on the pressure. David Raya had to step up with brilliant saves, especially denying a double effort from Matheus Cunha.

Joao Gomes Levels the Playing Field, Calafiori Seals It

The tension only grew when Wolverhampton’s Joao Gomes saw red for a second yellow card with 20 minutes left, evening things up. That’s when Arsenal found their moment. A cross from Gabriel Martinelli, a poor clearance by Nelson Semedo, and a clinical left-footed strike from Riccardo Calafiori from the edge of the box gave Arsenal the lead.

The late goal stunned the hosts, who couldn’t muster a response, though David Raya was called into action once again to deny Rayan Aït-Nouri in a one-on-one situation.

Arsenal Breathes, but the Fight Isn’t Over

This victory ends Arsenal’s winless streak and solidifies their place in the table. However, the battle for European spots is heating up, with Chelsea, Manchester City, and Newcastle all in pursuit. Meanwhile, Wolverhampton remains in the thick of the relegation fight, searching for a way to climb out of danger.