Arsenal v Wolves – Preview, Predictions, and Best Bets

Arsenal face Wolves in the Premier League on Saturday. The Gunners finished just two points off the summit last season and have won their last six matches vs these opponents. Wolves’ last ten league matches have yielded just five points with seven defeats.

Arsenal Form

Arsenal have won their last six matches after the disappointing home loss to Aston Villa and meek exit to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. They beat Wolves 2-0 before thrashing Chelsea 5-0 at home. A 3-2 win at Tottenham followed as they led 3-0 at one stage.

Their last three matches of last season saw a 3-0 win vs Bournemouth and a rock-solid defensive display to win 1-0 at Old Trafford. On the final day, they beat Everton 2-1 thanks to a late Kai Havertz goal. They won their last two preseason matches, 4-1 vs Leverkusen and 2-0 vs Lyon.

Arsenal Team News

Takehiro Tomiyasu is ruled out with injury whilst Jurrien Timber is doubtful after a knock. Defender Riccardo Calafiori has been signed but he may be eased into action from the bench.

Thomas Partey has been a regular in pre-season and is set to start with Declan Rice further forward. Leandro Trossard is pushing to start after some strong displays in friendly matches.

Arsenal Motivation

Mikel Arteta’s side will want to start fast with a victory and a convincing display.

They may not play an overly open game, and a clean sheet will be prioritised, as well as early goals to allow control of the match.

Wolves Form

From rounds 23 to 28 last season, Wolves won four of six matches including wins at Chelsea and at Tottenham. Their season petered out with some poor results, partly due to an injury crisis in attack. Their final 10 fixtures saw seven losses and just one victory.

A 2-0 home loss to Arsenal preceded a 1-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. Their lone win was a 2-1 victory at Molineux vs Luton Town. Their final three fixtures ended in losses, 5-1 at Man City, 3-1 at home to Crystal Palace, and 2-0 at Liverpool.

Wolves Team News

Coach Gary O’Neil has seen captain Max Kilman sold as well as key winger Pedro Neto. Nelson Semedo is suspended at right back and there are several injury doubts to deal with.

Mario Lemina and Matheus Cunha should shake off knocks to start. Goncalo Guedes is back from a loan spell in attack. Rodrigo Gomes has arrived from Braga and could start on the wing.

Wolves Motivation

Last season, Wolves were enterprising and carried a major threat on the break. They will have to sit back and play that way vs Arsenal.

A draw would feel like a victory and in reality, a narrow defeat and a good display would be acceptable.

Key Stats

Arsenal have won their last 6 league matches (16 goals scored)

Arsenal conceded just 16 league goals at home last season (tied best)

Wolves have lost 7 of their last 10 EPL matches

Wolves have lost their last 6 matches vs Arsenal

Verdict

This match looks likely to be an Arsenal win based on recent form and head-to-head records. A win to zero and using the handicap market looks wise.

Best Bet: Arsenal win to zero at 1.83

Alternate Bet: Arsenal win (-2 handicap) at 2.45

Goalscorer Tip: Kai Havertz to score anytime at 2.20