Wolves Spring Surprise, Halting Villa’s Momentum with Hard‑Fought Derby Triumph

In a stunning Premier League twist, Wolverhampton Wanderers claimed a rare victory, defeating Aston Villa 2‑0 at Molineux. The win marked only their second league triumph of the season and delivered a significant blow to Villa’s hopes of securing a top-four finish.

João Gomes opened the scoring shortly after the hour mark, giving Wolves the breakthrough they desperately needed. Rodrigo Gomes later sealed the victory, ensuring that Wolves walked off the pitch with a hard-earned three points.

The result provides a much-needed morale boost for Wolves, who have struggled throughout the season and remained perilously close to the relegation zone. The victory also highlights the team’s potential to challenge higher-ranked sides despite their inconsistent form.

For Aston Villa, the defeat adds pressure as they continue their push for a Champions League spot. With several crucial matches ahead, the loss could prove costly in their battle for European qualification.