Wolves secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Grimsby Town in a rain-soaked FA Cup fourth-round clash at Blundell Park. The Premier League strugglers overcame treacherous conditions to advance to the fifth round, scoring from their only shot on target in a match both managers described as a throwback to football's past.

Both David Artell and Rob Edwards praised the gritty nature of the encounter, with the pitch deteriorating rapidly under relentless rainfall. Grimsby, riding a 10-game unbeaten run, limited Wolves to minimal chances but couldn't capitalize on their own opportunities. The Mariners had stunned Manchester United in the League Cup earlier this season but fell short in their bid for another giant-killing.

Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone admitted the conditions were an eye-opener for players unaccustomed to lower-league football. Despite their Premier League struggles, sitting at the bottom of the table with just one win from 26 games, Wolves' cup progression offers a rare bright spot. Edwards' side now faces a stark contrast when they travel to face Premier League leaders Arsenal on Wednesday, trading mud for pristine turf at the Emirates Stadium.