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Wolves finally ended their Premier League winless streak on Saturday, defeating fellow strugglers Southampton 2-0 at Molineux. The victory was a much-needed boost for Wolves boss Gary O'Neil, who had been under immense pressure after a dismal run of 13 games without a win.Pablo Sarabia gave Wolves the perfect start, scoring the club's fastest-ever Premier League goal just 55 seconds into the match. Matheus Cunha doubled the lead early in the second half with a stunning strike, securing a vital three points for Wolves. The win lifted Wolves out of the relegation zone, while Southampton dropped to the bottom of the table.Fulham continued their impressive form with a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Emile Smith-Rowe opened the scoring for Fulham in first-half stoppage time, capitalizing on an error from Maxence Lacroix. Daichi Kamada's red card for a reckless challenge on Kenny Tete further hampered Palace's hopes of a comeback.Harry Wilson came off the bench to score twice in stoppage time, securing a 2-1 win for Fulham over Brentford on Monday. The Welsh international also played a crucial role in Fulham's victory over Crystal Palace, scoring the winning goal seven minutes from time.Brentford twice came from behind to beat Bournemouth 3-2 at the Brentford Community Stadium. Evanilson and Justin Kluivert gave Bournemouth the lead on two occasions, but Yoane Wissa equalized both times for Brentford. Mikkel Damsgaard also scored for the Bees, while Wissa completed the comeback with his seventh goal in eight league appearances this season.West Ham and Everton played out a disappointing 0-0 draw at the London Stadium. The result did little to appease the discontent among both fanbases, with West Ham fans booing at full-time. However, the point did move Everton four points clear of the relegation zone.

Manchester City's relentless pursuit of a fifth consecutive Premier League title reached new heights on Sunday as they snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory at Wolves. The champions' last-gasp goal, courtesy of John Stones, sparked controversy but ultimately sent them to the summit of the league standings.Wolves stunned City early on when Jorgen Strand Larsen capitalized on a defensive lapse to give the hosts a surprise lead. However, City's resilience shone through as Josko Gvardiol equalized with a stunning curler before halftime.As the match entered its dying moments, Stones emerged as the unlikely hero. His headed goal from a corner was initially disallowed for offside, but a VAR review overturned the decision, sending Guardiola and his players into raptures.Wolves protested vehemently, claiming that Bernardo Silva had interfered with goalkeeper Jose Sa's view and obstructed his ability to make a save. However, referee Chris Kavanagh stood by his decision after consulting the pitchside monitor.City's victory extended their unbeaten run in the league to 31 games, a new club record. They are now two points clear of Liverpool, who have a chance to reclaim top spot later on Sunday.Guardiola's men have set a blistering pace this season, winning six of their eight league matches. Their only blemish came in a 1-0 defeat to Liverpool in the Community Shield.Despite the absence of Erling Haaland's usual goalscoring exploits, City's attacking prowess was evident throughout the match. They created numerous chances but were often thwarted by Wolves' resolute defense.In the end, it was Stones' late intervention that secured the three points for City. The defender's goal was a testament to the champions' never-say-die attitude and their ability to grind out results even when not at their best.

Arsenal kicked off their Premier League title campaign with a resounding 2-0 victory over Wolves at the Emirates Stadium, setting the tone for a season filled with aspirations of dethroning Manchester City.Kai Havertz opened the scoring for the Gunners in the first half, heading home a pinpoint cross from Bukayo Saka. The England winger then sealed the points after the interval with a thunderous strike, leaving Wolves with little chance.Arsenal's dominance was evident from the outset, with Ben White and Saka testing Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa early on. The visitors showed little attacking intent, allowing Arsenal to control the tempo and create numerous chances.Havertz's goal was a testament to Arsenal's attacking prowess, with Saka's delivery finding the German forward in the perfect position. Wolves responded briefly, but Arsenal remained in control, with Declan Rice and Gabriel Martinelli coming close to extending their lead.After the break, Arsenal continued to press, with Havertz and Thomas Partey going close. Wolves had a brief spell of pressure, but Arsenal's defense held firm.Saka's goal was the icing on the cake, a fitting reward for his impressive performance. The winger has emerged as a key figure for Arsenal, and his contribution on Saturday underlined his importance to the team.Arsenal's victory was a statement of intent, sending a clear message to their rivals that they are determined to challenge for the title. Mikel Arteta's side has shown no signs of complacency after their near-miss last season, and their performance against Wolves suggests they are ready to take the next step.