Brighton & Hove Albion’s Pascal Gross has slammed Arsenal’s time-wasting tactics following the Gunners’ narrow 1-0 win at the Amex Stadium on Wednesday night.

The result, secured by a deflected Bukayo Saka strike in the ninth minute, saw Arsenal move seven points clear at the top of the Premier League table.

However, the victory was marred by controversy as the Seagulls’ veteran leader expressed his outrage over Arsenal’s approach to seeing out the game.

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Pascal Gross on Arsenal’s time-wasting

Despite a spirited performance that saw Brighton outshoot the league leaders, they were unable to find a breakthrough against a resolute, if cynical, Arsenal defence.

Speaking to BBC Match of the Day (via BBC Sport) after the whistle, Gross was scathing in his assessment of the final stages of the match.

“In the second half, we had two or three chances. We didn’t finish the attack; it’s the only thing we missed today. We found a lot of solutions against them. We created a lot. It wasn’t the case today, so we are disappointed that we outplayed them.”

Turning his attention to Arsenal’s dirty tactics, Gross didn’t hold back:

“No words needed for that for Arsenal. I said my opinion on it. Everyone can make their own decision, but I’m sure you don’t like to watch these football games. Football fans want to see a football game, not time-wasting.”

Mikel Arteta’s side has built up a reputation for “playing dirty”

The accusations from Gross follow a growing trend this season where Mikel Arteta’s side has been criticised for utilising “dark arts” to protect narrow leads.

Chelsea’s Liam Rosenior also expressed his frustration towards Arsenal’s tactics earlier last month.

While Arteta has previously defended his side’s game management as “competitive,” the frustration at the Amex was palpable.

For Brighton, the defeat leaves them winless in five, while for Arsenal, the ugly win puts them one step closer to their first Premier League title in 22 years.

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Super-sub William Osula scored a sensational 90th-minute solo goal to hand 10-man Newcastle United a 2-1 victory over Manchester United, ending Michael Carrick’s impressive unbeaten start as interim manager.

The dramatic win at St James’ Park snapped a three-game losing streak for Eddie Howe’s side and dealt a significant blow to the visitors’ hopes of cementing third place.

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William Osula wonder goal stuns Manchester United

With the game locked at 1-1 and appearing to head for a draw, Osula, who had only been on the pitch for six minutes, produced a moment of pure magic.

Collecting a long pass from Kieran Trippier near the right touchline, the Denmark U21 international embarked on a lung-busting run, weaving past several defenders before cutting inside and curling a magnificent strike into the far corner beyond Senne Lammens.

WHAT A GOAL FROM WILLIAM OSULA! ?@tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/XmdXY5n8Ca

— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) March 4, 2026

Despite playing with a numerical disadvantage for over 45 minutes, the hosts remained composed, with Aaron Ramsdale producing two world-class saves to deny Man United.

The match turned on a frantic ten-minute spell at the end of the first half. Newcastle were reduced to 10 men in the 41st minute when Jacob Ramsey was controversially shown a second yellow card for simulation.

However, just minutes later, Anthony Gordon put the hosts ahead from the penalty spot after being fouled by Bruno Fernandes.

The lead was short-lived, as Manchester United responded in the ninth minute of stoppage time.

Fernandes turned provider, whipping in a pinpoint free-kick for Casemiro to power home a header and send the teams in level at the break.

Carrick’s unbeaten run comes to an end

The defeat marks the first for Michael Carrick since taking over the reins in January, ending an eight-game unbeaten streak across his two spells as caretaker boss.

United had arrived in Tyneside full of confidence, having won 19 of a possible 21 points under Carrick, but they lacked the clinical edge required to break down a resilient 10-man defense.

While United remain in a strong position for Champions League qualification, they failed to capitalise on Liverpool’s defeat to Wolves and Aston Villa’s defeat to Chelsea.

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Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya cemented his status as a fan favorite on Wednesday night with a heartwarming gesture following the Gunners’ vital 1-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion.

Amid the high-stakes tension of a Premier League title race, the Spaniard took a moment to create a lifelong memory for one young supporter in the away end at the Amex Stadium.

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David Raya’s gesture towards young Arsenal fan

As the full-time whistle blew, signaling a hard-fought three points for Mikel Arteta’s side, the Arsenal players headed toward the traveling fans to show their appreciation.

While most were caught up in the jubilant celebrations, Raya spotted a young lad in the front row who had been cheering tirelessly throughout the ninety minutes.

As reported by BBC Sport, in a touch of class, the 30-year-old shot-stopper took off his match-worn gloves and handed them directly to the delighted youngster.

‘David Raya gives his gloves to a young lad in the jubilant away end. There were big cheers when the full-time result at Man City was confirmed.’

The gesture sparked a fresh wave of applause from the surrounding Arsenal faithful, who have increasingly warmed to the goalkeeper following his consistent performances between the sticks this season.

Raya, who kept his 14th clean sheet of the campaign in the victory, spent several additional minutes applauding the supporters after another solid performance.

A clean sheet for David Raya in his 100th Premier League appearance for Arsenal. pic.twitter.com/YBan4cuHH4

— Opta Analyst (@OptaAnalyst) March 4, 2026

Huge win for Arsenal as Man City drop points

The atmosphere in the away end shifted from celebratory to ecstatic shortly after the whistle, as news came through of a major twist in the title race.

Manchester City were held to a 2-2 draw at Etihad by Nottingham Forest, a major setback for Pep Guardiola’s side.

The combination of results means Arsenal have now opened up a significant seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League table with only a handful of games remaining.

It was far from a vintage performance from the North London side, with Bukayo Saka’s early goal proving to be the only difference in what many pundits described as an “ugly” win.

GOAL! @BukayoSaka87 marks his 300th game for the Gunners with the opener at the Amex ?#beINPL #BHAARS #Arsenal pic.twitter.com/JlkN19VGoy

— beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS_EN) March 4, 2026

With the momentum now firmly in Arsenal’s favour, the Gunners are closing in on their first league title in over two decades.

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Virgil van Dijk was left visibly fuming after Liverpool’s defensive collapse led to a 94th-minute winner for Wolverhampton Wanderers on Tuesday night.

The Reds’ captain appeared to single out 17-year-old sensation Rio Ngumoha in the immediate aftermath of Andre’s deflected strike, capping off a nightmare evening at Molineux.

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Virgil van Dijk was not happy with Rio Ngumoha

The frustration boiled over for Van Dijk just seconds after Andre’s shot wrong-footed Alisson Becker to seal a 2-1 victory for the hosts.

While Curtis Jones has also been blamed for his poor pass leading to the goal, Leon Osman noted how Van Dijk was seen berating Ngumoha, who had replaced Cody Gakpo in the 65th minute.

“You see Virgil van Dijk’s reaction here. He’s so furious with Ngumoha,” noted former Everton midfielder Leon Osman on Premier League Productions.

“I think it was the effort or not being able to get a bit closer and put André under a bit more pressure when he initially lifted it and took the ball.”

Ngumoha, who had almost become the hero minutes earlier when his goal-bound effort was tipped onto the post by Jose Sa, was seen on the receiving end of a berating from his captain for failing to track Andre’s run from midfield.

Despite the criticism, club legend Steven Gerrard later jumped to the youngster’s defence, insisting he “has to start” the next game after providing more of a spark than many of his senior teammates.

Virgil van Dijk and Konate blamed for Wolves opener

The late winner was not the only point of contention for the Liverpool backline. Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard was scathing in his assessment of the opening goal, where Tolu Arokodare appeared to outmuscle Van Dijk in the air to set up Rodrigo Gomes.

“I don’t think it’s a foul. He [Van Dijk] has got to be a lot stronger in that situation,” Gerrard told TNT Sports.

"I don't think it was a foul. He has to be stronger" ?

Steven Gerrard questions the defending from Ibrahima Konaté and Virgil van Dijk for Wolves’ opener.

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— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) March 3, 2026

He also questioned Ibrahima Konaté’s positioning, noting that the Frenchman gravitated toward the ball, leaving Gomes in acres of space to dink his finish over Alisson.

The defeat marks the fifth time this season Liverpool have lost a game to a stoppage-time goal, a new Premier League record.

With a rematch in the FA Cup looming this Friday, Van Dijk and his defense will be under immense pressure to prove that this “sloppy” performance was a one-off.

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Harry Maguire has been handed a 15-month suspended prison sentence following a long-awaited retrial in Greece, nearly six years after the original incident.

The verdict was delivered on Wednesday by an appeals court on the island of Syros, marking a fresh development in the ongoing legal battle involving the Manchester United defender.

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Court finds Harry Maguire guilty after retrial in Greece

According to The Guardian, the three-member panel of judges upheld Maguire’s conviction for non-serious assault, resisting arrest and attempted bribery.

However, the court reduced his original 21-month sentence to 15 months and 20 days, with the punishment remaining suspended. A mandatory fine of €1,500 was also imposed.

The prosecution, led by Ioannis Paradisis, welcomed the ruling and stated that “justice was done” for the Greek police officers involved in the 2020 incident.

Maguire’s legal team have already confirmed their intention to appeal to Greece’s Supreme Court, with the 32-year-old continuing to maintain his innocence.

Under Greek law, the initial conviction had been nullified once the appeal process began, but this latest verdict reinstates his guilty status unless overturned.

What happened in Mykonos in 2020?

The case stems from a summer holiday in August 2020, when Maguire, his brother Joe, and a friend were arrested following a brawl outside a bar in Mykonos.

Maguire has consistently claimed that the confrontation began after he feared his sister had been injected with a “rape drug” by a group of men.

The 32-year-old previously told the BBC he was “scared for his life” during the arrest, alleging that plainclothes officers did not identify themselves and treated him aggressively.

Under Greek law, the filing of the appeal automatically nullified the initial conviction, but this latest verdict re-establishes his guilty status unless the Supreme Court intervenes.

Michael Carrick hints at Harry Maguire contract extension

Away from the courtroom, Maguire remains a central figure at Old Trafford.

Interim manager Michael Carrick has publicly backed the defender, who has started every match during Carrick’s unbeaten seven-game spell in charge.

Carrick recently described Maguire as an “impressive character” and hinted that talks over a potential contract extension could follow.

“Harry has had a great career so far and hopefully there is a lot more to come,” Carrick said.

Reports suggest that while a wage adjustment may be required to align with the club’s evolving financial structure under INEOS, there is a strong desire within Manchester United to retain the experienced centre-back beyond the expiry of his current deal in June 2026.

For now, though, attention remains split between Maguire’s future at United and the next stage of his legal appeal in Greece.

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Thomas Frank may not be out of work for long, with Crystal Palace reportedly identifying the former Tottenham Hotspur boss as a top candidate to succeed Oliver Glasner.

Frank, who was dismissed from his role in North London just weeks ago, is said to be eager for a swift return to the dugout to restore his reputation following a challenging eight-month stint at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Crystal Palace shortlist Thomas Frank for managerial role

With Oliver Glasner confirmed to be leaving Selhurst Park at the end of the 2025/26 season, the Crystal Palace board has begun an extensive search for his replacement.

According to The Sun, the Eagles have a “clear profile” for their next appointment: a manager with proven Premier League experience and playing style similar to the one Glasner has implemented during his tenure.

Frank has emerged as a frontrunner on a shortlist that reportedly includes names like Kieran McKenna and Gareth Southgate.

Despite his recent struggles, the Palace hierarchy believes Frank’s ability to build a cohesive team unit makes him a perfect fit for their current squad.

For Frank, the move represents a chance at redemption in a “project” environment more akin to his successful years across London at Brentford.

Frank’s CV still impressive after Brentford transformation

The interest from Palace is largely fueled by Frank’s remarkable body of work with the Bees.

After taking over in 2018, he transformed Brentford into one of the most efficient and tactically disciplined units in English football.

He famously led the club to Premier League promotion in 2021 and subsequently consolidated their status among the elite with a series of historic results, including a 4-0 thrashing of Manchester United and an opening-night win over Arsenal.

What Thomas Frank once said about Crystal Palace

Frank has previously been vocal about his admiration for the Eagles.

During his time at Brentford, he praised Oliver Glasner’s side for their consistency despite limited resources.

He said: “I need to praise Crystal Palace because they have been in the Premier League for the last eight years and have been very consistent in everything they do.

“They have a low budget and constantly produce good performances in the last eight years. It is very impressive what they have achieved.

“It is going to be very difficult. Selhurst Park is one of the most difficult places to go in the Premier League. They will be on top of us from the first minute and a very strong counter-attacking team.”

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Barcelona are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur’s Micky van de Ven as Hansi Flick looks to secure a top-level, left-footed center-back this summer.

According to a report from Spanish outlet SPORT, the Dutch international has emerged as a primary alternative to Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni, whose price tag and Inter’s reluctance to sell make a deal difficult.

Barcelona eyeing Van de Ven amid Tottenham crisis

The sports management at Barcelona has been tracking Van de Ven for months, but interest has intensified due to the club’s current crisis.

With Spurs sitting in 16th place and winless in 2026, the 24-year-old is said to be looking to leave the club this summer.

The report suggests that Van de Ven is “highly questioned” by sections of the London team’s supporters, and with the club facing the genuine threat of relegation, an early departure is increasingly likely.

Crucially, Van de Ven has reportedly prioritised Barcelona over other potential suitors, including rivals Real Madrid.

Liverpool also interested in Micky van de Ven

While Barcelona believe they have the edge, they are not alone in their admiration. Liverpool have also been heavily linked with a move for the Dutchman in recent weeks.

The Reds reportedly see him as the long-term replacement for Virgil van Dijk. 

The prospect of signing a ‘world-class‘ defender at a potentially reduced price will no doubt make him a highly sought-after player.

With Ibrahima Konate’s contract situation still unresolved, Van de Ven will be a prime candidate to bolster Arne Slot’s defensive options.

Losing Van de Ven would be a huge blow for Tottenham

For Tottenham, the potential exit of Van de Ven represents a nightmare scenario.

The club is already struggling with a defensive crisis, and losing their most athletic defender would be a devastating blow to their hopes of a rebuild, regardless of which division they find themselves in next season.

What makes this a nightmare situation is the uncertain future of club captain Cristian Romero.

The Argentine is currently serving the final match of a four-game suspension following a red card against Manchester United, and reports from his home country suggest he is also keen to leave this summer.

Former manager Thomas Frank admitted before his departure that he had “no idea” if Romero would stay, and with the captain reportedly frustrated by the club’s lack of investment, Spurs face the terrifying prospect of losing both of their starting center-backs in a single window.

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Stephen Warnock has pointed the finger at Curtis Jones for the defensive lapse that allowed Wolves to snatch a dramatic stoppage-time winner against Liverpool.

The 2-1 defeat at Molineux on Tuesday night has left the Reds’ Champions League ambitions hanging by a thread following a chaotic final ten minutes.

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Warnock says Curtis Jones is at fault for Wolves winner

While much of the immediate post-match discussion centered on the unfortunate deflection off Joe Gomez, former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock, who also slammed Liverpool’s first-half performance, identified a critical error from Curtis Jones in the buildup.

Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, Warnock argued that the midfielder’s decision-making put the entire defence under unnecessary pressure just as the game looked destined for a draw.

“It was a mistake from Curtis Jones. He plays a ball into Alisson and Alisson’s never going to get any purchase on it. It puts the keeper in a terrible position.”

The botched clearance eventually fell to Wolves midfielder Andre, who had looked fatigued in the closing stages.

“Andre looked heavy in the last five or so minutes, but he takes a shot and it takes a wicked deflection to loop over Alisson”, Warnock added.

The ball struck Gomez, changing trajectory completely and leaving Alisson stranded as it sailed into the net in the 94th minute.

Blow for Liverpool in top four race

The result is a catastrophic blow for Arne Slot’s side, who had seemingly salvaged a point when Mohamed Salah ended his record-breaking goal drought just minutes earlier.

The loss leaves Liverpool in fifth place on 48 points, now trailing fourth-placed Aston Villa by three points with only nine games remaining in the season.

For Wolves, who started the day rooted to the bottom of the table, the victory is a second straight “Midlands Derby” success following their win over Villa on Friday.

While they remain in the relegation zone with 13 points, they have moved within striking distance of safety.

Liverpool, meanwhile, must regroup quickly as they prepare to face Wolves again this Friday at Molineux, this time in the FA Cup fifth round.

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Mohamed Salah finally found the back of the net to end his longest-ever goal drought, but his strike was not enough to save Liverpool from a crushing 2-1 defeat at the hands of Wolves.

In a dramatic late flurry at Molineux, the bottom-of-the-table hosts secured a massive three points that could ignite their fight for Premier League survival.

After what Stephen Warnock described as a “boring” first half, the match exploded into life in the final fifteen minutes.

Wolves broke the deadlock in the 78th minute through Rodrigo Gomes, who finished a brilliant counter-attack by lifting the ball over Alisson Becker following a precise through-ball from Tolu Arokodare.

However, the lead lasted just five minutes. Jean-Ricner Bellegarde played a misplaced pass straight into the path of Mo Salah.

The Egyptian king clinicaly pounced on the error, driving into space and curling a signature finish with the outside of his boot to level the score.

Liverpool are back in the game through Mo Salah! ?@tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/28SlXtgIhv

— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) March 3, 2026

Salah ends longest-ever Premier League goal drought

The goal marked a massive personal milestone for Salah, as it brought an end to the most barren run of his illustrious Liverpool career.

Before tonight, Salah had failed to score in nine consecutive Premier League appearances, the longest drought since he joined the club in 2017.

His last league goal had come nearly four months ago in a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa in November 2025.

Despite his overall contribution of 16 goal involvements across all competitions this season, his lack of domestic goals had become a major talking point.

Liverpool fans will hope this clinical finish signals a return to form for their talisman.

Wolves score stoppage-time winner

The drama was far from over, however. In the 94th minute, Wolves midfielder Andre tried his luck from distance, and his shot took a wicked deflection off Joe Gomez, wrong-footing Alisson and trickling into the net to spark wild celebrations in the South Bank.

LOOK AT THOSE CELEBRATIONS! ?

Wolves score in the 94th-minute to take the lead against Liverpool…@tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/73KLMmZksC

— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) March 3, 2026

The result is a devastating blow for Liverpool’s top-four ambitions, leaving them trailing fourth-place Manchester United by three points.

Conversely, for Rob Edwards’ Wolves, it is a second consecutive  victory following their win over Villa on Friday.

While they remain in the relegation zone, the two wins will give them a massive boost as we enter the final stretch of the season.

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Liverpool have been shell shocked by Wolves who have scored against the run of play.

Rodrigo Gomes is the man who has put Wolves ahead with a brilliant lobbed finish over Alisson Becker.

But Virgil van Dijk will not be happy with his defending leading to the goal.

The ball is hoofed towards Tolu Arokodare who is marked by the big Dutchman. But Arokodare rather easily nudged Van Dijk away before sending Gomes through on goal, with Konate chasing him.

The Portuguese did really well to beat Konate with speed before finish with his right foot with a delicate finish.

Watch the goal below:

Rodrigo Gomes SCORES!!

? 1-0 Wolverhampton vs Liverpool FC

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Liverpool’s first-half performance against Wolves has been brutally slammed by former Reds defender Stephen Warnock, who described the display as “slow and boring” during a scathing live assessment.

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Warnock slams ‘slow and boring’ Liverpool

Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live at Molineux, Warnock did not hold back as the two sides headed into the interval with the scoreline deadlocked at 0-0.

While he was quick to praise the tactical setup of Rob Edwards’ Wolves side, his criticism for Arne Slot’s men was relentless.

“I just hope the half-time pies are good because that has been difficult to watch,” Warnock said.

“That has been really good from a Wolves point of view, the organization and how to make Liverpool’s lives difficult.

“But from a Liverpool point of view, so slow, so boring to watch, and that has been a tough watch. Hopefully, it will be a big improvement in the second half.”

Zero big chances created by Liverpool in a poor first half

The statistics from the opening 45 minutes paint a grim picture for the title contenders.

Despite dominating 68% of the possession, Liverpool struggled to penetrate a disciplined Wolves backline.

The Reds went into the break having created zero big chances, managing just two speculative shots on target. Perhaps most damning was the expected goals (xG) of just 0.21.

While Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo were largely anonymous, the lack of service from a midfield missing the creative spark of the injured Florian Wirtz was evident.

Wolves, currently sitting bottom of the table have dominated possession.

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Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has caught the attention of fans and teammates alike after debuting a bold new look ahead of the match against Wolves.

The Hungarian international was spotted sporting a fresh hairstyle as the Reds arrived for their Premier League clash.

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Dominik Szoboszlai’s new Hugo Ekitike inspired hairstyle

The 25-year-old appears to have taken a leaf out of the book of teammate Hugo Ekitike.

Moving away from his usual long hair style, Szoboszlai has opted for a cornrows, similar to what his French teammate often pulls off.

Images of the transformation quickly went viral after being shared by official club channels and TNT Sports.

Arrivals ?? #WOLLIV pic.twitter.com/r2ZPlBKZgW

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) March 3, 2026

Dominik Szoboszlai has rocked up with a new trim ???? pic.twitter.com/r28GFoGscE

— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) March 3, 2026

While the ‘new hair, new me’ mantra is often a cliche in football, Szoboszlai enters the Wolves fixture with the confidence of a player currently at the absolute peak of his powers.

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Szoboszlai has been Liverpool’s best player this season

While his off-pitch style is making headlines, it is Szoboszlai’s on-pitch dominance that has defined Liverpool’s 2025/26 campaign.

The midfielder has been the club’s standout performer, serving as the relentless engine in Arne Slot’s high-pressing system.

He has also become the club’s expert set-piece taker, having scored four free-kicks so far across all competitions.

The statistics certainly support the “Player of the Season” claims.

Szoboszlai has been a model of consistency, contributing 8 goals and 12 assists in all competitions so far this term.

His physical output remains unmatched; he currently leads the Premier League for distance covered per 90 minutes and ranks in the top 1% for progressive passes and shot-creating actions among midfielders in Europe’s top five leagues.

As Liverpool look to secure a vital three points at Molineux to keep their title charge on track, Slot will be hoping that his midfield talisman’s new look coincides with another masterclass in the center of the park.

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