Bukayo Saka highlights the issue that caused Arsenal to pay the price against Wolves

Arsenal squandered a winning position versus Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Bukayo Saka acknowledged the team's drop in performance during the second half, which cost them a valuable point.

Arsenal continue to drop crucial points in the title race after being held to a 2-2 draw by Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League. Following the match, Bukayo Saka expressed his disappointment and openly admitted that the team lost their advantage themselves.

Speaking to the media, the English winger gave a brief but weighty statement: “Disappointed. Nothing more to add. There was a big difference between how we played in the first half and the second half. We lowered our standards and paid the price for it.”

On the pitch, Arsenal started energetically, controlling the game and creating several clear chances. However, their drop in tempo and pressing intensity in the second half led to losing control. Wolverhampton Wanderers exploited the defensive gaps of the visitors to punish mistakes and secure an important point.

When asked if the pressure of the title race caused Arsenal to lose composure, Saka rejected this idea. The 2001-born player insisted the issue was not psychological but related to maintaining performance standards.

“It's time for us to focus on ourselves, raise our standards, and improve our performance. That is within our control,” Saka emphasized.

The English international’s message showed a determination not to blame circumstances. Instead, he urged the team to reflect on their internal shortcomings, especially the ability to sustain intensity throughout 90 minutes—a factor considered one of Arsenal’s strengths early in the season.

This draw not only prevented Arsenal from making a breakthrough in the standings but also raised concerns about their resilience at a critical moment. Nevertheless, with the constructive spirit from key players like Saka, the Emirates side still has a chance to correct their mistakes if they quickly regain stability.

The race ahead is long, but as Saka himself stated, everything remains in Arsenal’s hands if they uphold the standards expected of a title contender.