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ARSENAL missed the chance to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League with a 0-0 draw against Newcastle. The Gunners started fast and had chances to win the game but Newcastle defended resolutely on a rainy night at the Emirates.

Start time: 7.45pm
TV/Live stream: Sky Sports Premier League
Arsenal XI: Ramsdale, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinehcnko, Partey, Xhaka, Saka, Odegaard, Martinelli, Nketiah
Newcastle XI: Pope, Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn, Guimaraes, Longstaff, Willock, Almiron, Joenlinton, Callum Wilson

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It was a night that promised much, but in the end all we got was a bucketload of yellow cards, a black and white wall, and 60,000 faces red with fury.
But Arsenal still have plenty to smile about at the start of 2023 as they lead the Premier League by eight points.
And Newcastle can be more than happy with life as they sit in the Champions League spots with a defence that looks unbreakable right now.
There’s more football to come tomorrow with four more top-flight fixtures, and then on Thursday, it’s the big one when Chelsea host Manchester City.
Until then, thank you and goodnight.
Arsenal extend lead to eight
So Arsenal do extend their lead at the top of the Premier League, but not to the 10 points that they had dreamed of.
Instead, the Gunners lead is eight with second-placed Manchester City due to play at Chelsea on Thursday.
Newcastle remain third, but only on goal difference now after Manchester United comfortably beat Bournemouth.
Elsewhere, there were away wins this evening for high-flyers Brighton and Fulham.

Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
Everton 1-4 Brighton
Leicester 0-1 Fulham
Manchester United 3-0 Bournemouth

Credit: premierleague.com
Arteta rues two ‘scandalous’ decisions
Mikel Arteta has pulled no punches in his post-match interview.
The Arsenal boss is livid that his side didn’t receive a penalty either for Dan Burn’s pull on Gabriel, or the late handball from Jacob Murphy.
There were two scandalous penalty decisions. I don’t know [why VAR did not overturn them]. They are both penalties.Mikel ArtetaSky Sports

Magpies flying into new year
While one run may have come to an end – Arsenal’s winning streak at home – Newcastle go from strength to strength.
The Toon Army are now unbeaten in 15 games in all competitions under Eddie Howe.
Credit: @OptaJoe Twitter
Gunners Burn-ed by penalty call
Arsenal players were furious when they weren’t awarded a penalty deep in stoppage time for an alleged handball against Jacob Murphy.
It would have been a harsh decision, but the same couldn’t be said about an incident earlier in the second half.
In defending a free-kick into the box, Dan Burn clearly pulled the shirt of Gabriel, dragging him to the floor and denying him from reaching the ball.
The video officials apparently looked at the incident, but didn’t feel there was enough evidence to overturn the referee’s on-field decision.
Baffling.

Tight Toon keep it clean
After another shut-out on the road, it’s now eight hours and 45 minutes since Newcastle last conceded a goal.
Nick Pope’s six successive clean sheets are the club’s best defensive showing in 40 years, and is clearly the base upon which Eddie Howe is building success.
Credit: @Oilysailor Twitter
Match stats from the Emirates
Arsenal racked up two-thirds of possession and 17 attempts at goal, but still rarely troubled Nick Pope in the Newcastle goal, who made just a few saves throughout the 90 minutes.

Full time – Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
Thomas Party lashes one final volley over the crossbar, and Andy Madley calls time on this clash in the capital.
Arsenal huffed and puffed throughout, but couldn’t break down the most stubborn and resilient Newcastle United outfit.
The closest either side came were headers from almost the exact same spot of the field, but Joelinton’s flew over in the first half while Gabriel Martinelli’s flashed wide.
There were very late claims for an Arsenal penalty when the ball clipped Jacob Murphy’s hand, but the Toon survived for another clean sheet that ended the Gunners’ winning streak.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
90+5. Huge, HUGE appeals for an Arsenal penalty!
Xhaka tricks his way to the touchline, and clips in a cross that does strike the arm of Murphy.
Andy Madley waves play-on, and the Arsenal players are furious.
The Arsenal manager is furious.
The Arsenal fans are furious.
VAR review the incident, but quickly back the referee in his decision.
It would have a been a very harsh decision to give it.

Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
90+3. Newcastle win a corner now, but don’t overly commit.
Joelinton does get on the end of it, but doesn’t appear overly concerned with going for goal.
Arsenal eventually clear their lines.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
90+2. Guimaraes wins a throw-in, down in front of the shirtless Newcastle fans, who go absolutely berserk.
The Brazilian responds in kind, urging the travelling supporters for one more push.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
90. The fourth official holds up the board to signal five minutes additional time.
Mikel Arteta is livid, he believes it should be much more.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
88. Nketiah! Great save by Pope!
The Newcastle goalkeeper uses his feet expertly to deny the Arsenal striker after a slick touch and strike inside the penalty area.
Seconds later, there are handball appeals for a penalty, but Andy Madley waves them away.

Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle – Newcastle substitution
86. Former Arsenal man Joe Willock has run himself into the ground, and he’s replaced for the final stages by Allan Saint-Maximin.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
84. Xhaka is inches away from converting Odegaard’s sidefooted cross-shot inside the box.
The unmarked Swiss midfielder was caught flat-footed as the ball whizzed in his direction.
A lucky let-off for Newcastle
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
82. Inside the final ten minutes now, and time is fast ticking away.
There’s no sign of Arsenal settling for a point, however, and now Newcastle have begun having a go.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
80. Martinelli! Just wide!
The Brazilian gets up at the near post to meet the latest corner, this time from the right, and glances a lovely header inches beyond the frame of the goal.
That’s the closest the Gunners have come tonight!

Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
79. It’s the least convincing Newcastle have been in defending an Arsenal corner as Pope flaps a punch at Martinelli’s delivery.
Thankfully for the England stopper, there is nobody in red to take advantage.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
77. Xhaka and Martinelli combine just inside the 18-yard box in order for the latter to cross, but the chipped centre is comfortably claimed by Pope.
The Newcastle keeper is closing in on a sixth successive clean sheet.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle – Arsenal substitution
75. A first change for the Gunners.
Ben White makes way, and Takehiro Tomiyasu takes over at right-back.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
74. A rare break from Newcastle, and they win a corner of their own off Zinchenko.
Trippier delivers towards Schar, who gets up highest but concedes a free-kick the process.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
72. No joy for Arsenal from the set-piece.
If a winning goal is to come, it’s unlikely to arrive via a dead ball given Newcastle’s defensive expertise.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
71. A rare glimpse of Martinelli magic.
The Brazilian drives at Trippier, but can’t get his cross-shot beyond him and Arsenal have another corner.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle
70. Into the final 20 minutes, this remains on a knife edge.
Albeit a knife with a very blunt edge.
Arsenal 0-0 Newcastle – Newcastle double substitution
68. Callum Wilson has run his race on his return to fitness.
The striker will depart along with Miguel Almiron with Chris Wood and Jacob Murphy on in their place.
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EVERTON take on Brighton and Hove Albion in a crucial clash in the Premier League.Frank Lampard’s side sit just one point above the relegation zone but impressed against Manchester City, picking up a valuable point at the Etihad last time out.
Brighton will be looking to bounce back after their 4-2 home defeat to Arsenal, though.

Start time: 7:45pm GMT
Stream/TV: Not televised in UK
Everton XI: To follow
Brighton XI: To follow

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LEICESTER CITY host Marco Silva’s Fulham in what promises to be an entertaining affair in the Premier League.Fulham have been one of the surprise stories this season and find themselves as high as 8th in the league upon their return.
Leicester, on the other hand, sit 13th after a miserable start to the season.

Start time: 7:45pm GMT
Stream/TV: Not televised in UK
Leicester City XI: To follow
Fulham XI: To follow

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CHELSEA will look to make it two wins from two since the return of the Premier League as they take on lowly Nottingham Forest.The Blues beat Bournemouth 2-0 in their most recent clash while Forest lost 3-0 to Manchester United.
And Graham Potter will be keen for his side to start pushing for a place in the top four.

Start time: 4.30pm
TV/Live stream: Sky Sports Premier League
Forest XI: Henderson, Aurier, Worrall, Boly, Lodi, Yates, Freuler, Mangala, Johnson, Gibbs-White, Awoniyi
Chelsea XI: Kepa, Azpilicueta, Koulibaly, Silva, Cucurella, Zakaria, Jorginho, Mount, Sterling, Havertz, Pulisic

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New Year, New Chelsea?
Start as you mean to go on, that’s what they say.
However, Chelsea fans have spent the last few new years hoping that’s not the case.
In fact, the Blues have not won their first league game in any of the last six calendar years, drawing four and losing two.
The London club last had a longer winless run in their opening match of the year between 1929 and 1938 when going ten without success.
Azpilicueta in for injured James
It’s just one change for Chelsea and Graham Potter, and it’s an unfortunate one.
Reece James hobbled off 50 minutes into his return against Bournemouth on Tuesday, and faces another four weeks on the sidelines.
In his place comes the experienced Cesar Azpilicueta, who slots in at right-back and takes the captain’s armband from Jorginho.
Kai Havertz continues in attack after impressing against Bournemouth last time out.

Chelsea (4-3-3): 1 Kepa; 28 Azpilicueta, 25 Koulibaly, 6 Thiago Silva, 32 Cucurella; 20 Zakaria, 5 Jorginho, 19 Mount; 17 Sterling, 29 Havertz, 10 Pulisic
Subs: 13 Bettinelli, 8 Kovacic, 9 Aubameyang, 14 Chalobah, 22 Ziyech, 23 Gallagher, 30 Chukwuemeka, 56 Hutchinson, 67 Hall

Henderson returns for Nottingham Forest
Steve Cooper makes two changes to his Nottingham Forest side that huffed and puffed at Manchester United to no avail on Tuesday.
Dean Henderson is back between the sticks – replacing Wayne Hennessey – after he was ineligible to face his parent club at Old Trafford.
Meanwhile, Jesse Lingard limped off against his former side last time out, and has not recovered in time to start today.
Instead, the line is lead by Taiwo Awoniyi at the top of Forest’s 4-3-3 formation; Joe Worrall has the captain’s armband.

Nott’m Forest (4-3-3): 1 Henderson; 24 Aurier, 4 Worrall, 30 Boly, 32 Lodi; 22 Yates, 23 Freuler, 5 Mangala; 20 Johnson, 9 Awoniyi, 10 Gibbs-White
Subs: 13 Hennessey, 3 Cook, 7 Williams, 8 Colback, 14 O’Brien, 15 Toffolo, 16 Surridge, 25 Dennis, 26 McKenna

Magnificent seven for Blues
This afternoon’s meeting between Nottingham Forest and Chelsea will be their first in the league since they were paired together in the Premier League back in 1998-99.
However, they did meet on five occasions in cup competitions in the 25 years since while Forest were languishing in the Football League.
Each of those cup ties were staged at Stamford Bridge, helping the Blues to rack up a seven-game winning streak against the East Midlanders.

Chelsea 2-0 Nott’m Forest (FA Cup, Jan 2020)
Chelsea 2-0 Nott’m Forest (FA Cup, Jan 2019)
Chelsea 5-1 Nott’m Forest (League Cup, Sept 2017)
Chelsea 3-0 Nott’m Forest (FA Cup, Jan 2007)
Chelsea 2-0 Nott’m Forest (FA Cup, Jan 2000)
Nott’m Forest 1-3 Chelsea (Premier League, Feb 1999)
Chelsea 2-1 Nott’m Forest (Premier League, Sept 1998)

Forest 5/1 for the win
If Nottingham Forest are going to survive in the Premier League, then their home form is going to be crucial during the run-in. They’ve already beaten West Ham, Liverpool and Crystal Palace at the City Ground, and the bookies have made them an attractive 5/1 to add Chelsea to the list.

Nott’m Forest win 5/1
Draw 29/10
Chelsea win 6/10

Odds from Betfair correct at the time of post publication.
Happy New Year from Nottingham
Good afternoon and welcome to live Premier League football on the first day of 2023 with our coverage of Nottingham Forest versus Chelsea from the City Ground.

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ARSENAL have gone SEVEN points clear at the top of the Premier League after beating a spirited Brighton 4-2.The Gunners were made to work for the three points, with Brighton fighting back into the game after going 3-0 down and setting up a nail-biting finale.
Second-placed Manchester City were held 1-1 by Everton earlier today.

Report: Brighton 2 Arsenal 4
Brighton XI: Sanchez, Lamptey, Dunk, Colwill, Estupinan, Gilmour, Gross, March, Lallana, Mitoma, Trossard
Arsenal XI: Ramsdale, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko, Partey, Xhaka, Odegaard, Saka, Martinelli, Nketiah

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That is all from us for coverage of Arsenal vs Brighton tonight, and we hope that you enjoy however you are ringing in the New Year.
There is more football to come from us tomorrow, but if you haven’t quite got today’s footballing fix, check out the player ratings from this game here…
Thank you as always for reading, and for all of your support this year.
Have a great night, and see you next year!
Match stats
These are the statistics for the game which saw Arsenal go seven points clear at the top of the Premier League.
As you can see, it was Brighton who dominated possession, though that was not reflected in the scoreline.
Arsenal ultimately were the better side, with more quality, and they really made that count in the final third in particular.
Arsenal tonight showed that they aren’t just a side that dominates the ball and play luxury football, but that they can also win the games that they don’t necessarily dominate.
The full-time stats as Arsenal beat Brighton by four goals to two.
One last 2022 round-up
Here is the round-up for the final batch of games that took place in the Premier League in 2022.

West Ham 0-2 Brentford
Liverpool 2-1 Leicester
Wolves 0-1 Manchester United
Fulham 2-1 Southampton
Bournemouth 0-2 Crystal Palace
Newcastle United 0-0 Leeds United
Manchester City 1-1 Everton
Brighton 2-4 Arsenal

You will notice that four teams are missing from this round of games, and that is because we have two games taking place tomorrow, on New Years Day.
Those games are as follows:

Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea
Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa

Man of the Match
There can only be one man, and it is him again, Martin Odegaard.
This man is a master in midfield and he is starting to prove why Real Madrid took a punt on him aged just 16.
His goal was something of a miss-hit volley into the ground, but his assist for Martinelli was nothing off the sort.
It will likely go down as assist of the season, and it is definitely going to take some beating if it doesn’t win it.
The ball was played to him just inside his own half, and with one sweeping movement he played an inch perfect ball to the feet of Martinelli, who strode through on goal before tapping home.
He has been one-of, if not the best midfielder in the Premier League this season, and that performance is one to add to his catalogue of great showings…
Seven clear for New Year
On a day where others slipped up, Arsenal moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League.
That was thanks to goals from four different scorers in Eddie Nketiah, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Martin Odegaard.
The pick of the bunch was scored by the Brazilian Martinelli, who was played through on goal in glorious fashion by Martin Odegaard.
It was almost a nervy finish for The Gunners, as Karou Mitoma thought he had a brace in the 88th minute, only for it to be ruled out by VAR.
That said, it was not meant to be for The Seagulls, and Arsenal fans will be starting to believe that they can really do it.
We suspect they will be celebrating extra-hard tonight…
Saka and Gabriel celebrate Arsenal moving seven points clear.Credit: Reuters
90+6. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
The referee blows the full time whistle, and Arsenal are seven points clear at the top of the table as we move into 2023.
90+2. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
What a fine finale this has been to the Premier League in 2022.
We almost had a grandstand finish on our hands, had that Mitoma second goal of stood, but it has been a wonderful game nonetheless.
90. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
There will be six minutes of added time.
90. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
Never mind… Ruled out by VAR, as Mitoma comes back from an offside position.
89. Brighton 3-4 Arsenal
Mitoma scores again!
Game. On.
87. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
Arsenal making another substitution here, with Martin Odegaard being replaced by Rob Holding.
The Norweigan is given a standing ovation by the away supporters and rightfully so.
85. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
Elneny is bought down, after he is subbed on for Thomas Partey.
Lamptey does really well down the right hand side to get a cross into the middle, but no one can do anything with it for Brighton.
83. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
Sarmiento dives to the ground in an attempt to win a foul for his side, but there is nothing in it.
He is booked, and rightfully so.
81. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
You have to give credit to Brighton here.
They might not take any points, but there are plenty of positives to take from this game for them.
They haven’t let their heads drop, and have controlled possession for large parts of the game against the league leaders.
79. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
Normally so reliable, that is really poor from William Saliba.
He lets Ferguson slide past him all too easily, and perhaps looks a little complacent there.
77. Brighton 2-4 Arsenal
Well, well, well!
Evan Ferguson gets his first Premier League goal, aged just 18!
Game on!
75. Brighton 1-4 Arsenal
Julio Enciso is on for Brighton, he replaces Solly March for his third appearance of the season.
71. Brighton 1-4 Arsenal
That is how you assert your dominance.
From one end to the other thanks to a wonderful pass from Martin Odegaard.
It is through to the feet of Gabriel Martinelli, who toe pokes it home.
69. Brighton 1-3 Arsenal
Colwill can’t quite pick out Mitoma with a pass, as Brighton look to keep up their attacking momentum in this game.
Arteta is far more animated on the touchline all of a sudden.
66. Brighton 1-3 Arsenal
A lovely reverse pass from Pascal Gross finds Mitoma inside the box, and he does brilliantly to slot it past Aaron Ramsdale.
64. Brighton 1-3 Arsenal
Brighton get their goal, it is Karou Mitoma!
62. Brighton 0-3 Arsenal
A shove in the back from Dunk on Nketiah is not given as a penalty, despite the forwards’ protests.
It will be a goal kick for Sanchez in the Brighton goal.
60. Brighton 0-3 Arsenal
A few changes for both sides…
Zinchenko and White are replaced by Tomiyasu and Tierney.
Sarmiento and Ferguson are on for Brighton, in replacement of Adam Lallana and Trossard.
58. Brighton 0-3 Arsenal
Mitoma comes forward for Brighton, but Saliba is across to stop him in typically imperious fashion.
Brighton have a corner, which is stopped well by Ramsdale.
56. Brighton 0-3 Arsenal
It’s just the 56th minute, and the ‘ole’s’ are starting to come from the away supporters inside the AMEX.
A volley is fired over by Gabriel in the meantime.
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ARSENAL are taking on Brighton TONIGHT in the final Premier League game of 2022.Though the Seagulls have already defeated the Gunners this season – a 3-1 win in the Carabao Cup third round at the Emirates.
Arsenal have been in superb form this season and are flying at the top of the Premier League tableCredit: Reuters
Arsenal will finish the year at the top of the Premier League after making a terrific start to the season.
And the Gunners continued where they had left off in their first match back since the World Cup, with a 3-1 comeback win over West Ham.
While Brighton defeated Southampton in the Prem but lost on penalties to Charlton in the Carabao Cup since domestic football resumed.
The game is the final of six huge Premier League clashes on New Year’s Eve, which start with Wolves vs Manchester United.
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When is Brighton vs Arsenal?
Brighton vs Arsenal takes place on Saturday, December 31.
The match kicks off at 5.30pm UK time.
Brighton’s AMEX Stadium plays host.
What TV channel and live stream is Brighton vs Arsenal on?
Brighton vs Arsenal will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Sky begin their coverage at 5pm.
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What are the odds?
Brighton to win: 5/2
Arsenal to win: 11/10
Draw: 13/5
Odds via Betfair
The injury lists
A number of players will be out for this one, what with World Cup hangovers and such, here is how the state of play is looking…
Arsenal’s injuries are as follows:

Gabriel Jesus
Takehiro Tomiyasu
Reiss Nelson
Emile Smith-Rowe

And this is how it looks for Brighton

Danny Welbeck
Adam Webster
Jakub Moder

Saliba contract latest
Arsenal have triggered William Saliba’s contract extension until June 2024.
The centre-back has been a revelation since linking up with Mikel Arteta’s squad ahead of this season.
Saliba is expected to start against Brighton today.

Welcome to Brighton vs Arsenal
Arsenal will look to end 2022 on a high with a win over Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton TONIGHT!
The Gunners retained their five-point advantage at the top of the Premier League table on Monday following a 3-1 win over West Ham.
Mikel Arteta’s side completely dominated the game despite conceding a penalty in the first half.
Eddie Nketiah made his first Premier League start of the season on Monday when he stepped in for the injured Gabriel Jesus, who is expected to be out of action until March.
However, after the game the 22-year-old insisted that he has never intended to replicate his teammate’s style of play.
He said: ” I’m not trying to replace him and I’m not trying to be him. I can’t do what he does and he can’t do what I do.
“We’re different players but at the end of the day we both want to help the team. Whether it’s me or him, we both support each other.”
Credit: Getty
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MARCUS RASHFORD has fired Manchester United into the top four with a winner – after being dropped to the bench by Erik ten Hag.Rashford shrugged off a host of tackles from Wolves defenders to coolly finish after a one-two with Bruno Fernandes.
United have leapfrogged Spurs into the top four with the victory, putting them one point behind Newcastle.
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Marcus Rashford was guilty of oversleeping, but it was the Wolves defence that were caught napping once Erik ten Hag sent on the forward at the start of the second half.
The England star thumped home the only goal of the game to make up with his manager and lift Manchester United into the top four.
It means supporters of the Red Devils will begin 2023 full of belief, and Wolves fans may yet be similarly confident of a happy new year after watching two much-improved performances since Julen Lopetegui took charge.
There’s more Premier League action to come on this New Year’s Eve including four top-flight fixtures that kicked-off moments ago at 3pm.
Thanks for joining us, and a happy new year to you all.
Match winner Marcus caught napping
Marcus Rashford has revealed that he was dropped from Erik ten Hag’s starting line-up after oversleeping and missing the start of a team meeting.
However, the Manchester United forward showed no signs of sulking, and made it up to his manager in the best possible way by coming off the bench to bag the only goal of the game.
It’s the team rules and a mistake that can happen. I was disappointed not to play but I understand the decision, and I’m happy that we managed to win the game. Hopefully, we can draw a line under it and move on. I was a little bit late for a team meeting as I slept in.Marcus RashfordBT Sport

Ten Hag delighted by Rashford reaction
Erik ten Hag insisted that the matter had been dealt with after Marcus Rashford accepted his punishment for breaching club rules.
The England international was dropped from Ten Hag’s starting XI, but responded by coming off the bench to score the winning goal at Molineux.
After the decision, he came on, he was bright, he was lively, and he scored the goal. It is the right reaction. Of course [it is the end of the matter]. Everyone has to match the rules and values.Erik ten HagBT Sport

Lopetegui: The goals are coming
Julen Lopetegui’s first home game as Wolves manager ended in defeat, meaning the Old Gold go into 2023 inside the relegation zone.
However, the Spanish coach was positive in his post-match interview despite the disappointment of losing, and insisted that his new side will soon find their form in front of goal.
When you lose, it’s always difficult. Today the players made a big effort against a vary good team, and showed we are capable of competing against the best. I think the goals are coming. The player are working hard.Julen LopeteguiBT Sport

Banished Rashford makes the difference
Marcus Rashford began the day in the doghouse after falling foul of Erik ten Hag’s rules, but made it up to his manager with the winning goal and a second half performance that earned him BT Sport’s man of the match.
The forward has now scored four times and provided one assist in his last five club apperances.

Victorious United on the up
A hard-fought three points means Manchester United move up the table and into the top four for the first time since March.
Is Champions League football on its way back to Old Trafford?

Match stats from Molineux
United turned it up a level in the second half following the introduction of Marcus Rashford, and eventually made their dominance on the ball pay.

Full time – Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
Rob Jones blows his whistle, and Manchester United celebrate a hard-fought three points.
All the talk before the game was about Marcus Rashford, who was dropped for ‘internal disciplinary’ reasons.
And all the talk post-game will be about the England star too, after scored the wining goal following his introduction as a second half substitute.

Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
90+4. Jimenez header!!
Great save by David de Gea!!
The Wolves substitution shrugs off his markers to meet the corner from the left with a point-blank header that the United goalkeeper somehow keeps out.
A match-winning save!
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd – Man Utd double substitution
90+3. Time to shore things up.
Harry Maguire is introduced with United defending the corner, and also on is Anthony Elanga.
Bruno Fernandes and Antony make way.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
90+2. Brilliant cross from Jonny!
Even better defending from Varane!
The French centre-back gets up at the far post to deny Jimenez a routine header to equalise.
However, it is a corner to Wolves.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
90. Next to a fourth official indicating five minutes of stoppage time, Julen Lopetegui is going absolutely beserk.
He looks as though he’s going to be an entertaining addition to the Premier League.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
89. It’s fast, it’s furious, it’s not very good if we’re honest, but, my word, it’s compelling.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd – Rashford yellow card.
88. Marcus Rashford falls foul of disciplinary measures again, this time that of referee Rob Jones.
The official takes exception to the United goalscorer kicking the ball away as Wolves prepared to take a free-kick just inside the United half.
Admittedly, the forward had a case that the hosts were taking the set-piece nowhere near where the incident took place.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
87. It’s thrilling end-to-end stuff now.
Where was this game for the first 75 minutes?
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
86. That disallowed goal has raised the volume inside Molineux, and the home side are now being roared on as they search for a leveller.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
84. Marcus Rashford scores again, and the points are in the bag!
Or are they?
The substitute’s first shot is well saved by Jose Sa, but rebounds back off Rashford and loops into the net.
The United man wheels away in jubilant celebration, but replays show that the ricochet clipped his hand before crossing the line.
Sure enough, word comes through to Rob Jones from VAR that the hand was used, and the goal is disallowed.

Wolves 0-1 Man Utd – Man Utd substitution
81. And now Van de Beek does get on, replacing Anthony Martial.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd – Wolves substitution
80. Julen Lopetegui throws on Raul Jimenez in pursuit of an equaliser.
The striker is on for Daniel Podence.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
78. Erik ten Hag was about to throw Donny van de Beek on, but looks as though he ‘s put that change on hold following the goal.
Wolves 0-1 Man Utd
76. It just had to be Marcus Rashford!
Dropped to the bench for disciplinary reasons, the forward has come off the bench to make it up to manager Erik ten Hag with what could be the winning goal.
The England start collected possession out on the left touchline, exchanged a one-two with Bruno Fernandes and darted into the penalty area.
Rashford had Jonny in close pursuit, but showed great strength to shrug off the right-back and take advantage of a fortunate ricochet before slamming past Jose Sa.

Guess who?!

Wolves 0-0 Man Utd – Wolves double substitution
73. Two more changes for the Old Gold.
Rayan Ait-Nouri – a goalscorer in his last two appearances – and Toti are on.
Hugo Bueno and Joao Moutinho head off.
Wolves 0-0 Man Utd – Fred yellow card
71. A barnstorming run from Collins.
The Irishman sets off on a mazy dribble from the halfway line that takes him beyond Varane and Casemiro.
Fred’s not having it, however, and brings the defender down in cynical fashion.
A deserved booking.
Wolves 0-0 Man Utd
69. Now Nunes has gone down, and requires treatment for a knock on his ankle.
Lopetegui is using the time to bark individual instructions to his players, both those already on the pitch and another couple that he’s readying to bring on.
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