Wolves vs Arsenal Premier League Match Preview, Updates & Stats
Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in Premier Legaue on Saturday , January 25, 2025, despite a controversial red card issued to 18-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly just before halftime.
Lewis-Skelly was sent off by referee Michael Oliver for a deliberate trip on Matt Doherty, a decision that many, including former Arsenal player Perry Groves, found astonishing.
Groves described it as “one of the most ridiculous red cards” he had ever seen, arguing it should have been a yellow card instead.
The Premier League later clarified that the red card was given for serious foul play, a decision upheld by VAR.
Despite being reduced to ten men, Arsenal displayed resilience. The match saw further drama when Wolves’ Joao Gomes was also sent off after receiving a second yellow card for a rough challenge.
Riccardo Calafiori, who came on at halftime, scored the decisive goal in the 74th minute, ensuring Arsenal remained in second place in the Premier League standings, six points behind leaders Liverpool.
Our will to win 👊
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 25, 2025
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his frustration over the red card decision, stating he was “absolutely fuming” but chose to leave the judgment to others, emphasizing the clarity of the situation.
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