By Eteteonline
Following a dismal game against Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Molineux Stadium on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Arsenal lost another opportunity to increase their lead at the top of the table. They were predicted to win the game and go seven points ahead of Manchester City, their nearest competitor.
Wolves pulled off a stunning comeback with a stoppage-time equalizer after Arsenal had taken a 2-0 lead. Arsenal took the lead in the opening minute thanks to a goal from Bukayo Saka in the fifth minute. In the 56th minute of the second half, Piero Hincapié doubled Arsenal’s lead.
Arsenal’s title challenge suffered after they blew a two-goal lead. Wolves secured a draw against the league leaders after pulling off an incredible comeback from a two-goal deficit. Wolves’ goal came from Hugo Bueno in the 61st minute. Then, in 90+4′, Wolves’ 19-year-old Tom Edozie scored a thrilling equalizer in his debut.
Wolves drew Arsenal 2-2 in the game, which hurt Arsenal’s chances of winning the Premiership. At the moment, Wolves are at the bottom of the league standings. They demonstrated defensive tenacity and discipline throughout the game, earning a crucial point.
At this point in the competition, losing points can have serious consequences. This gives Man City a significant advantage in the title battle. With one game more, Arsenal is only five points ahead of second-place City after dropping points in consecutive games.
Who can rescue the Gunners in the title race?
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