Arteta urges Arsenal to 'stand up' after title bid rocked by Wolves drawFor a second successive league game, Arsenal had failed to hold onto a lead. (Photo: AFP)WOLVERHAMPTON — Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal deserve criticism for the self-inflicted wounds that threaten to ruin their Premier League title bid after the leaders blew a two-goal lead in Wednesday's 2-2 draw at rock-bottom Wolves. But Arteta's side were caught cold in the closing stages at snowy Molineux, giving second-placed Manchester City renewed hope in the title race. For a second successive league game, the Gunners had failed to hold onto a lead following their 1-1 draw at Brentford last Thursday. City are just five points behind Arsenal and have a game in hand on their rivals, as well as a home game against the Gunners in April.

Source: Bangkok Post February 19, 2026 09:22 UTC