Arsenal 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers: Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s late strike saves Gunners’ blushes at the Emirates

Arsenal 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers: Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s late strike saves Gunners’ blushes at the Emirates
Henrikh Mkhitaryan came off the bench to salvage a point for an off-colour Arsenal side as they extended their unbeaten run against a Wolverhampton Wanderers side who deserved victory.Wolves, whose 29-year wait for a win away to the Gunners goes on, looked set to stop a three-game losing streak thanks to Ivan Cavaleiro’s opener.4

Cavaleiro opens the scoring for the visitors

But Unai Emery’s side have shown desire when behind and have now taken nine points from losing positions in the Premier League this season as Mkhitaryan’s cross-cum-shot evaded everyone to earn Arsenal a point from a 1-1 draw just four minutes from full-time.Another slow start could easily have cost the hosts dear – with Cardiff the only other side in the top-flight yet to hold a half-time lead this season.Wolves played their part and will feel they should have wrapped up a win of their own, Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno on hand to make a number of key saves from the visitors, who rattled the woodwork in the closing stages through Morgan Gibbs-White.It was Wolves who took the lead with less than 15 minutes on the clock as Granit Xhaka conceded possession in midfield.4

Bernd Leno was man-of-the-match for Arsenal

The Switzerland international allowed the ball to roll in front of him but it was Cavaleiro who collected it, bursting forward and exchanging passes with Raul Jimenez before sweeping home.Arsenal looked to respond and had a series of strikes blocked by the Wolves defence, most notably captain Conor Coady keeping Alexandre Lacazette’s goalbound attempt out.The visitors used their electric pace to counter-attack and Leno saved well from Helder Costa before smothering bravely at the feet of Jimenez.The German was the busiest of the goalkeepers in the opening half an hour, pushing another Costa effort away as Nuno Espirito Santo’s side continued to pressurise the Arsenal defence.4

Mkhitaryan’s cross evades everyone and goes in

Emery introduced Matteo Guendouzi for Alex Iwobi at half-time, changing formation in an attempt to get his side back in the game.Lucas Torreira forced Rui Patricio into his first meaningful contribution on the hour mark with Hector Bellerin blazing over when well placed as the hosts toiled.Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang came within inches of levelling when his deflected shot came off the post, with Emery turning to Aaron Ramsey and Henrikh Mkhitaryan for the closing 15 minutes.With Arsenal throwing men forward, Wolves caught them on the break and Leno again had to be alert to turn away Diogo Jota’s shot.4

Gibbs-White hit the woodwork late on

Ramsey was denied by Patricio at point-blank range but Arsenal would equalise from the resulting corner – played short, Mkhitaryan looked to drift a cross to the back post but instead floated the ball into the far corner of Patricio’s net.Emery and his bench were incensed as referee Stuart Attwell added five minutes of stoppage time but it was Wolves who looked the more likely to win it at the death.Adama Traore’s pace was enough to earn the visitors two gilt-edged chances to win it. First the club-record signing drew another top save from Leno before later teeing up fellow substitute Gibbs-White, whose effort crashed off the underside of the crossbar and bounced clear.

---

Tottenham have denied reports their new stadium will be called the 'Nike Stadium'. Richard Keys shared the name on his and Andy Gray's beIN SPORTS show, while also revealing UEFA are inspecting the still unopened arena ahead of its potential use in this season's Champions League quarter-finals.
Tottenham new stadium latest: Spurs never held talks with

---

Eden Hazard Not on List of Chelsea Stars Christian Pulisic Excited to Play with "I'm excited to play alongside N'Golo Kante. I think he's a fantastic player, and I can't wait to meet him
Christian Pulisic names the Chelsea FC star he can't wait to

---

Chelsea boss Sarri refuses to shake Guardiola's hand after Man City thump Blues Sarri trudged off back to the away dressing room straight past Pep's outstretched hand after his Etihad
Chelsea boss Sarri refuses to shake Guardiola's hand after

---

Ruben Loftus-Cheek has indicated he could sign a new contract with Chelsea after enjoying a breakthrough season at Stamford Bridge. Loftus-Cheek's deal does not expire until 2021 but the club's
Loftus-Cheek wants assurances from Chelsea, Sun say

---

Marcus Rashford: 'I don't even think he's a Premier League footballer', angry Manchester United fan tells talkSPORT Talksport; Marcus Rashford 'close' to agreeing £70million deal at

---

He desperately needs a season like Ryan Kent or Harry Wilson have managed. Kent won the Scottish PFA Young Player of the Year award but at 22, his time has likely passed for Liverpool. Wilson's 17 goals this season for Derby County may have earned him a shot at Liverpool - and that's the standard Woodburn needs to hit at the very least.
Liverpool FC news and transfers LIVE - World Cup winner

---

Breaking news headlines about Huddersfield Town, linking to 1,000s of sources around the world, on NewsNow: the one-stop shop for breaking news

---

Former Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner is due a staggering £30m payout after their promotion playoff success. The Daily Mail says the bumper payout was agreed during Dr Tony Xia's takeover of the
Former owner Lerner nets £30m windfall after Villa clinch
allmysportsnews.com/soccer/former-owner-lerner-nets-30m-windfall-after-villa-clinch-promotion/
Former Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner nets £30MILLION windfall after their promotion due to clause inserted in Dr Tony Xia's 2016 takeover. The bumper payout was agreed during Tony Xia's takeover of the club in 2016; Xia paid £76.2m, with an extra £30m if they were promoted within three years
Former Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner to bank £30m following

---

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard insists there will not be wholesale changes at Ibrox in the summer. He bought in a new team of players last season in a bid to get the club back on the trophy trail.
Rangers bring in American pair on trial as Steven Gerrard

---

Manchester United are leading the race to sign Sporting CP midfielder Bruno Fernandes with recent reports claiming they have 'made contact' with the Portugal international. The 24-year-old was one
Spurs move ahead in the race to sign Sporting skipper

---

Spurs' stadium has sold out for the screening of the Champions League final on Saturday Credit: Social Media - Refer to Source. Spurs' new ground has two 325 square-metre screens in the South
Where to watch the Champions League final in London: The best

---

Mail on Sunday columnist DANNY MURPHY, who played for both clubs, met up with two heroes of '84, ALAN KENNEDY and TONY GALVIN, to reflect on a golden era and what lies ahead in Madrid.

---

Liverpool's defeat to PSG leaves them needing to beat Napoli to progress in the Champions League, but there's more to it to ensure the Reds reach the last 16. While disappointing in many
UEFA Champions League: What do Liverpool and Napoli need to

---