OFFICIAL REVIEW CONFIRMS SUPER EAGLES-ELIGIBLE YOUNGSTER EDOZIE

OFFICIAL REVIEW CONFIRMS SUPER EAGLES-ELIGIBLE YOUNGSTER EDOZIE SCORED GOAL TO DENY ARSENAL AT THE DEATH
In a breathtaking turn of events at Molineux Stadium, 19-year-old Tom Edozie eligible to represent Nigeria’s Super Eagles was officially credited with a dramatic 94th-minute equaliser that saw Wolverhampton Wanderers snatch a 2-2 draw against Premier League leaders Arsenal. The goal, confirmed by official review after initially being ruled an own goal, not only spoiled Arsenal’s night but injected fresh intrigue into the Premier League title race.
Arsenal looked poised for a crucial win after taking a 2-0 lead, with early goals from Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapié giving them control of the game. Wolves responded through Hugo Bueno’s stunning strike, setting up a grandstand finish.
In the 94th minute, Edozie reacted quickest as a loose ball dropped in the box. His strike deflected off Riccardo Calafiori and the post, before crossing the line originally ruled an own goal but awarded to Edozie after official review. The verdict means Edozie now officially scored the equaliser in his Premier League debut, an extraordinary moment for a player just breaking through. The goal marks a stunning personal milestone for Edozie: a debut goal that not only makes headlines in England but draws wider attention due to his eligibility for the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national team adding to the growing pool of young talent linked with the national side.
For Wolves sitting near the bottom of the table it’s a huge result in morale and momentum, showcasing the fight and opportunity in their squad. The draw carries major implications at the top of the Premier League: Arsenal, who looked set to extend their lead at the summit, instead dropped crucial points.
Their lead over second-placed Manchester City now feels precarious, giving their rivals renewed hope in the title race.
Manager Mikel Arteta admitted frustration at dropping points late, lamenting a second-half performance that allowed Wolves back in.
Wolves head coach Rob Edwards praised the character of his team and especially highlighted Edozie’s impact: the substitute was encouraged to seize his moment and he did.
Edozie himself described the strike as a “dream come true”, emphasising the emotional weight of scoring on debut and helping his team snatch a result from two goals down.
Arsenal’s players and manager expressed visible disappointment, stressing that lapses in concentration and dropped standards allowed the drama to unfold against them.
Premier League title race: Arsenal’s dropped points offer Manchester City a lifeline and tighten the battle for the trophy.
Young talent spotlight: Edozie’s sudden rise and official credit for the goal puts a spotlight on a potential future star with many watching whether he may one day commit to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in international football. Memorable moment: A last-gasp goal in stoppage time on debut and officially recognised after a review is about as dramatic as football gets.