Arsenal begin their pursuit of the Premier League title at home against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday and we're bringing you our predictions for the game.
The hosts head into the game as big favourites and have won each of their last six league games against the Midlands club.
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Arsenal vs Wolves prediction: Lots of goalmouth action expected at the Emirates
Key Stats
- Wolves have only failed to score in two of their last six fixtures.
- Over 2.5 goals have been produced in four of the Gunners' last six outings.
- At least three goals have been scored in four of Wolves' last six matches.
Correct score prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Wolves
Wolves have lost two of their last six matches via a 3-1 scoreline and Arsenal have only managed to keep one clean sheet in their last six attempts, which is why we're backing a 3-1 win for the hosts.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Arsenal the overwhelming favourite
- HOME: 1/5 (1.20) – 83.3%
- DRAW: 13/2 (7.50) – 13.3%
- AWAY: 14/1 (15.00) – 6.7%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Arsenal are the expected winner of this game with a probability of 83.3%, and we agree with the bookmakers on this selection.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Arsenal dominate
The Gunners have won all of their last five games against Wolves in the Premier League, claiming a 2-0 victory when the pair last met back in April.
England Premier League 20/04/24
Wolverhampton
Arsenal
England Premier League 02/12/23
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Wolverhampton
England Premier League 28/05/23
Arsenal
Wolverhampton
England Premier League 12/11/22
Wolverhampton
Arsenal
England Premier League 24/02/22
Arsenal
Wolverhampton
Arsenal preview: Can Arteta get off to a winning start?
Mikel Arteta will be expected to get off to a winning start when Arsenal play host to Wolves this weekend.
The Gunners' faithful want to see their team win the Premier League title this season after coming close on the last two occasions.
Takehiro Tomiyasu, Jurrien Timber and Kieran Tierney could all miss out this weekend due to injury.
Predicted lineup: Raya (GK), White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko, Ødegaard, Partey, Rice, Saka, Havertz & Martinelli
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Man Utd
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Arsenal
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TEST Fixtures 05/09/24
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Man City
0
Arsenal
0
England Premier League 31/08/24
D
Brighton
1
Arsenal
1
England Premier League 24/08/24
W
Aston Villa
0
Arsenal
2
England Premier League 17/08/24
W
Wolverhampton
0
Arsenal
2
Wolves preview: No pressure on the visitors
Wolves finished 14th last season but would have finished below the Toffees had they not been handed an eight-point deduction.
Gary O'Neil has done really well during his time at Wolves and will be looking to push for a top-half finish in 2025.
Matheus Cunha, Enso Medina, Daniel Podence and Leon Chiwone are the main injury concerns for the visitors this weekend, while full-back Nelson Semedo is suspended.
Predicted lineup: Sa (GK), Doherty, Mosquera, Toti, Ait-Nouri, Lemina, J. Gomes, Sarabia, R. Gomes, Hwang & Strand Larsen
England Premier League 31/08/24
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Nottm Forest
1
Wolverhampton
1
England EFL Cup 28/08/24
W
Burnley
0
Wolverhampton
2
England Premier League 25/08/24
L
Chelsea
6
Wolverhampton
2
England Premier League 17/08/24
L
Arsenal
2
Wolverhampton
0
Elite Club Friendlies 10/08/24
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Rayo Vallecano
1
Wolverhampton
0
Player to watch – Bukayo Saka
Bukayo Saka enjoyed his best goal return in a single season for Arenal last time out, netting 20 times in 47 appearances across all competitions.
The England international was also a chief playmaker for the Gunners last season and his performances in the Red and White shirt continue to get better and better.
The England winger scored 20 goals last season
The 22-year-old will start his seventh season of Premier League football on Saturday, quite an achievement for a player who is still so young and continuing to develop.
Don't be surprised if Saka scores against Wolves this weekend as he scored 16 times in the league last season, one of which arrived against Wolves at The Emirates Stadium.
