Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Preview, Prediction, Lineups and Team News | Premier League
- Date – Saturday, August 17, 2024
- Kick-off Time – 2:00 pm GMT
- Venue – Emirates Stadium
Last time runners-up Arsenal are all set to lock horns with Wolverhampton Wanderers in their campaign opener for EPL 2024-25. Both the Premier League sides have been busy in the ongoing transfer window with the hope of bettering their last season’s standings. The first test for the sides after all the off-field battles is just moments away.
The Gunners, handled efficiently by Mikel Arteta will look to leave no stone unturned when they face Wolves in their backyard. Only a win would satisfy the London club, as they witnessed losing the title by whiskers in the past two seasons. The club has brought in three defenders, one goalie, and a winger to look stronger.
Wolverhampton Wanderers finished 14th in 2023-24. The club has made some smart additions in the midfield to better their tally this time. While the Gary O’ Neil managed team let go of their star player Pedro Neto, they can still offer some shockers to the EPL heavyweights.
Team News
Arsenal Team News
Regular players like Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and David Raya were not present in the initial few weeks of pre-season friendlies. With these pivotal players back, the Mikel Arteta coached team will surely have a boost before the campaign opener. New signing Riccardo Calafiori is also fit to start. The team will however miss Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney for injuries. Jurrien Timber might also be unavailable.
Wolverhampton Wanderers Team News
The Wolves have several injured players on their side. Matheus Cunha, Enso Medina, and Leon Chiwone are out for injury. Daniel Podence and Jorgen Strand Larsen are also doubtful. Star side-back Nelson Semedo will be serving a suspension for a red card received last season. The visitors have however made four first-team signings, from whom some might get minutes.
Predicted Lineups
Arsenal Predicted Lineup:
Raya (GK); White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Partey, Rice, Odegaard; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli
Wolverhampton Wanderers Predicted Lineup:
Sa (GK); Doherty, T. Gomes, Mosquera; R. Gomes, J. Gomes, Lemina, Ait-Nouri; Sarabia; Hwang Hee-Chan, Strand Larsen
Head-to-Head
In terms of head to head record, Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers have met on 22 occasions. The Gunners have dominated in a major chunk of the games, winning 16. Three matches have been won by Wolverhampton Wanderers, while three ended in a draw.
Last five results:
Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-2 Arsenal – Premier League – April 20, 2024
Arsenal 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers – Premier League – December 2, 2023
Arsenal 5-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers – Premier League – May 28, 2023
Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-2 Arsenal – Premier League – February 10, 2022
Arsenal 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers – Premier League – February 24, 2022
Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Prediction
Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have worked very hard and smartly to reaffirm their strength in the English top division. The side has looked good, winning the Emirates Cup and defeating Bundesliga champions in a pre-season friendly.
Wolves on the other hand had an average pre-season. The side will also be missing a chunk of the players. So, in this game of the Premier League, Arsenal F.C. are expected to dominate over the Wolverhampton Wanderers and start the season with a bang.
Predicted Score: Arsenal 4-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
Betting tips and Odds (subject to change)
- Arsenal win – 1/6
- Wolverhampton Wanderers win – 13/1
- Draw – 6/1
- Odds source – Betfair
Where to Watch Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Live?
Q. Where to watch Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Wanderers live in India?
The Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers game will be televised on Star Sports Network/ Disney+Hotstar.
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The game between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers will be live on Sky Sports in UK.
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The match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers will be available on NBC Sports.
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The Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers will be live on DAZN for Portugal fans.
