Bottom-of-the-table Wolves host Premier League leaders Arsenal at Molineux, chasing vital points while the visitors look to extend their lead at the top.
| Tournament: | Premier League |
|---|---|
| Venue: | Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton |
| Date: | 18.02.2026 |
| Time: | 20:00 GMT |
Wolves vs Arsenal Form and Head to Head
The Molineux club approach this fixture in dismal form, currently sitting 20th in the Premier League standings. Their last outing saw them edge past a 1-0 win in the FA Cup against Grimsby. In the Premier League, Wolves have failed to win any of their last six matches, a run that sees them ranked 19th in the recent form table. Furthermore, there have been under 2.5 goals scored in five of their last six Premier League games, highlighting their struggles in front of goal.
Conversely, Arsenal, who lead the Premier League, returned to winning ways in their last match with a commanding 4-0 victory over Wigan in the FA Cup. The Gunners have shown strong consistency in the league, remaining undefeated in 21 of their last 23 Premier League matches. Despite a recent slip-up against Brentford, their overall form sees them ranked 7th in the form table, reflecting their strong performances.
The historical meetings between these two sides heavily favour the North London club. Arsenal have won their last nine matches against Wolves across all competitions. The most recent encounter, played in December last year, saw Arsenal emerge victorious with a 2-1 scoreline at the Emirates. The Gunners have also demonstrated defensive prowess when visiting Molineux, having kept a clean sheet in their last four away matches against Wolves in all competitions. In addition, Arsenal have scored at least two goals in seven of their last eight matches against the hosts.
Who is the Betting Favourite in Wolves vs Arsenal?
Arsenal are heavy favourites to beat Wolves at Molineux, with the latest odds implying roughly a 77% chance of an away win. Wolves are priced as big home underdogs with just a 7% chance of an upset in tonight's Premier League clash.
| Match Result | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Wolves | 13/1 | BresBet |
| Arsenal | 3/10 | Coral |
| Draw | 11/2 | Skybet |
Odds last updated at 7PM Wednesday, 18th February.
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Wolves vs Arsenal Team News
Wolves continue to grapple with injury concerns. Hwang Hee-Chan remains sidelined due to a calf problem, while Toti Gomes is still recovering from a hamstring injury that has kept him out for nearly two months. Andre is pushing for a starting spot after returning from a calf issue in Sunday's FA Cup tie.
For the visitors, Ben White and Riccardo Calafiori have both overcome minor injuries and are fit for the trip to Molineux. However, captain Martin Ødegaard will miss out again through injury. This absence means Mikel Arteta will have to choose between Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze, with Madueke potentially starting wide and Bukayo Saka moving into a central role, similar to the setup against Wigan. Kai Havertz is unlikely to be fit for this match but could make a return against Tottenham on Sunday. M. Dowman and M. Merino are also unavailable due to injury.
Wolves vs Arsenal Confirmed Lineups
Wolves (3-5-2): J. Sá; L. Krejcí, S. Bueno, Y. Mosquera; H. Bueno, Andre, A. Gomes, M. Mané, Tchatchoua; Armstrong, Bellegarde
Arsenal (4-2-3-1): D. Raya; Hincapie, Magalhães, Saliba, Timber; Zubimendi, Rice; Martinelli, Saka, Madueke; Gyökeres
Lineups powered by WhoScored.
Wolves vs Arsenal Match Prediction
Wolves are in a tough spot, sitting at the bottom of the Premier League and winless in their last six league games. Their struggles in attack and vulnerabilities on the wings and against through balls play right into Arsenal’s strengths.
Arsenal arrive as league leaders with a potent attack, excelling through wing play, set pieces, and quick combinations. Despite a recent draw with Brentford, their quality and defensive record against Wolves, including four straight clean sheets at Molineux, suggest a comfortable win. Expect the Gunners to punish Wolves through smart movement, long shots, and capitalising on mistakes.
Prediction: Wolves 0-3 Arsenal
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Martin Odegaard has failed to exceed 0.5 Shots On Target in 7 of their last 10 games.
Best odds of 4/5 at bet365 while publishing.
Mateus Mane has exceeded 1.5 Shots in 7 of their last 10 games.
Best odds of 19/20 at Betway while publishing.
Adam Armstrong has exceeded 1.5 Shots in 6 of their last 10 games.
Best odds of 23/20 at SpreadEx while publishing.
Andre has exceeded 1.5 Tackles in 5 of their last 7 games.
Best odds of 4/5 at Boyle Sports while publishing.
Yerson Mosquera has exceeded 0.5 Shots in 4 of their last 5 games.
Best odds of 23/2 at William Hill while publishing.
Wolves vs Arsenal Bet Builder Tip
Our Wolves vs Arsenal Bet Builder Tip is Both Teams Not to Score, Over 6.5 Arsenal Corners, Over 2.5 Wolverhampton Cards, and G. Martinelli Over 0.5 Shots On Target.
Best odds of 13/1 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
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