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Wolves 2-0 Villa: Joao Gomes stuns third-placed hosts in Molineux derby

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Wolverhampton Wanderers stunned third-placed Aston Villa with a 2-0 victory at Molineux, goals from Joao Gomes and Rodrigo Gomes securing a famous derby win. The result means Wolves have overtaken Derby County's record for the lowest points total in Premier League history, ending fears of that particular ignominy. Rob Edwards' side showed more hunger throughout, with Villa unable to respond to going behind.

In a wet West Midlands derby, Joao Gomes opened the scoring with a fine finish following a slick attacking move, Adam Armstrong providing the assist. Substitute Rodrigo Gomes sealed the win deep into stoppage-time, beating Emi Martinez on the break with virtually the last kick of the game. Villa had probed without causing too many problems in the first half, with Ollie Watkins having a shot blocked and Pau Torres heading wide.

The victory brings some long-awaited joy for Wolves supporters and inflicts a major blow on their neighbours, whose form has dipped ahead of a crucial clash with Chelsea. Villa could fall below Manchester United into fourth place depending on Sunday's results, with the grip on a top-four finish loosened. Wolves remain relegated but can enjoy inflicting damage on a Villa side that looked disconnected and frustrated throughout.