Wolves suffer 4-0 loss against Arsenal in Premier League encounter
Gabon forward Aubameyang and Bukayo Saka scored two goals each to propel Arsenal
Sunday, May 28, 2023, 16:30 BST, Emirates Stadium
Arsenal welcomed Wolverhampton Wanderers to the Emirates Stadium in a highly anticipated Premier League clash that ended in a resounding 4-0 victory for the home side. Arsenal, led by Spanish manager Mikel Arteta, dominated the match from the get-go, controlling possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities throughout the 90 minutes.
It was Gabon forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang who broke the deadlock in the 28th minute. The former Borussia Dortmund striker latched onto a through ball from midfield and slotted it past Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa. Bukayo Saka doubled the lead just ten minutes later with a well-taken goal from the edge of the box. Arsenal continued to press forward in search of more goals, and their efforts paid off when Polish defender Jakub Kiwior headed home a corner in the 58th minute.
Wolves, managed by Portuguese coach Bruno Lage, struggled to create any clear-cut chances throughout the match. Their defense was repeatedly breached by Arsenal's incisive passing and movement. Arsenal put the game to bed in the 78th minute when Saka grabbed his second goal of the match. The England international rifled a shot into the bottom corner from outside the box, leaving Sa with no chance.
The victory sees Arsenal move up to fourth place in the Premier League standings, while Wolves remain in 12th place. Arsenal will now turn their attention to their upcoming match against Manchester United, while Wolves will face Brighton & Hove Albion in their next fixture.
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