Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) secured only their second Premier League win of the season by defeating Aston Villa 2-0, with Joao Gomes scoring his first league goal this season. The match, played at Molineux under challenging weather conditions, saw Wolves capitalize on a poor showing from Villa, who had been aiming for a Champions League qualification but fell flat in their performance.

Despite their win, Wolves remain in a precarious position, sitting 14 points from safety with only nine matches remaining in the season. This victory marked their first win in nine games and is unlikely to lead to a resurgence in form strong enough to avert relegation. However, the three points were a morale boost for the team and their supporters, allowing them a moment of celebration at the expense of their regional rivals.

Additionally, the win prevented Wolves from setting a new record for the lowest points tally in Premier League history, surpassing the previous low of 11 points held by Derby County. The implications of this victory are significant; while it may not save Wolves from relegation, it dealt a severe blow to Aston Villa's aspirations to qualify for European competition next season.