Wolves vs Arsenal preview, prediction, team news and head-to-head

• Over 2.5 goals

• Arsenal to win

• Arsenal over 5.5 corners

Tentative talk of a historic quadruple has emerged as a result of Arsenal progressing to the fifth round of the FA Cup for the first time since 2020. Arteta’s side, though, will continue to take one game at a time, with FA Cup, EFL Cup and Champions League duties put to one side for now as the Gunners shift their focus back to the Premier League and their quest to win the title for the first time in over two decades.

The Gunners travel to Wolves, aiming to strengthen their grip at the top of the table. They remain four points clear of Manchester City, yet a frustrating draw against Brentford last time out reminded everyone that momentum can shift quickly during a long campaign.

With the season entering its decisive stages, the Gunners cannot afford to drop further points, particularly as Manchester City remain within striking distance. Each match now carries increased significance, and victory against Wolves is essential to maintaining momentum in the title race.

Wolves may need a near-miraculous run to avoid relegation from the Premier League this season, but the team is determined to fight until the end. The Midlands side face a daunting challenge when they take on Arsenal, a team in exceptional form, and will be aiming to defy the odds. 

Since 2011, no team at the bottom of the table has defeated the league leaders, a record Wolves would be hopeful to break in Wednesday’s fixture.

The two teams have met 127 times, with Wolves winning 32 of those encounters and Arsenal claiming 67 victories. A 2-1 victory in their previous meeting this season saw Arsenal record a ninth consecutive win over Wolves.

In addition, Arsenal have won nine of their 11 PL visits to Wolves (L2) - their highest win rate against any team they have faced 10+ times on the road (82%) - and have also scored in each of their last 36 meetings with the Old Gold across all competitions. In English football history, only Wrexham have enjoyed a longer scoring streak against an opponent (49 versus Darlington between 1929 and 1961).

Hwang Hee-Chan remains ruled out for Wolves with a calf injury, while Wednesday’s game is set to come too soon for Toti Gomes (hamstring). 

Edwards only made one substitution in the win at Grimsby - and that was in the 89th minute - so he may consider freshening up his lineup in a few positions. The likes of Jose Sa, Matt Doherty, Hugo Bueno, Rodrigo Gomes and January signing Angel Gomes are all pushing for a recall.

Tolu Arokodare scored in the reverse fixture at the Emirates and is expected to continue up front with new recruit Adam Armstrong.

Arsenal duo Mikel Merino (foot) and Kai Havertz (muscle) remain sidelined with injuries, while captain Martin Odegaard will be assessed ahead of kickoff after missing the Gunners’ FA Cup win over Wigan with a knock to his knee.

On a positive note, William Saliba recovered from illness to start and play for an hour against Wigan. The Frenchman is expected to retain his place in defence, with Jurrien Timber, Gabriel Magalhaes and Piero Hincapie all set to be recalled after being rested at the weekend.

After recovering from a hip problem, Bukayo Saka replaced Calafiori in the Arsenal XI against Wigan - starting his first game in any competition since January 25 - and he is likely to continue on the right side of a front three including Viktor Gyokeres and Leandro Trossard.

However, Noni Madueke has scored in his last two Premier League away games and has also netted more top-flight goals against Wolves than any other opponent, with his four goals against them accounting for 27% of his total in the division (4/15), so Arteta may work out a way to fit the winger into his lineup.

Wolves: Sa; Mosquera, S. Bueno, Krejci; R. Gomes, A. Gomes, Mane, J. Gomes, H. Bueno; Armstrong, Arokodare

Arsenal: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Rice, Zubimendi, Eze; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard

Wolves enter the fixture unbeaten in their last two matches, but Arsenal’s recent form has been impressive, with just one defeat in their previous ten league games, winning seven of those encounters. Historically, Wolves have struggled in this particular matchup, losing each of their last five meetings with the Gunners. 

This head-to-head record, combined with Arsenal’s consistent performances, suggests a strong likelihood of a positive outcome for the visitors.

Correct score prediction: Wolves 0-3 Arsenal