By Arsenal begin their 2024/25 Premier League campaign against Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, August 17, 2024. The Gunners, having finished second to Manchester City last season, are looking to mount another title challenge under Mikel Arteta.
Match Details:
– Location: London, England
– Stadium: Emirates Stadium
– Kick-off Time: 15:00 BST / 12:00 ET / 09:00 PT
– Referee: Jarred Gillett
– VAR: Paul Tierney
Recent Head-to-Head Record:
Arsenal have won all five of their last encounters with Wolves, with their most recent meeting ending in a 2-0 victory for the Gunners on April 20, 2024.
Team News:
Arsenal:
Arsenal have had a quieter transfer window compared to last year but have made David Raya’s loan permanent and signed defender Riccardo Calafiori. Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney are sidelined with injuries, while Jurrien Timber could make the matchday squad.
Predicted Arsenal lineup (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli.
Wolves:
Wolves have lost key players Pedro Neto to Chelsea and Max Kilman to West Ham United. Manager Gary O’Neil is also dealing with potential fitness concerns for Matheus Cunha, Jorgen Strand Larsen, and Daniel Podence. Leon Chiwome and Enso Gonzalez are out, while Nelson Semedo is suspended.
Predicted Wolves lineup (4-2-3-1): Sa; Doherty, Mosquera, T. Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Lemina, J. Gomes; Larsen, Cunha, R. Gomes; Hwang.
Prediction:
Given Arsenal’s strong recent record against Wolves and impressive pre-season performances, the Gunners are favored to start their campaign with a win.
Prediction: Arsenal 3-0 Wolves
This match marks the beginning of Arsenal’s pursuit of the Premier League title, while Wolves look to improve on their 14th place finish from last season despite losing key players.
