Michael Owen and Mark Lawrenson disagree on key prediction for Arsenal clash with Wolves

Mikel Arteta and his side will be hoping to keep up the chase for a top four finish this season when Arsenal host Wolves at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday night.

The Gunners are currently sixth, level on points with fifth-placed West Ham and four points behind fourth-placed Manchester United, though they have three games in hand on both of them.

While the Spaniard could see his side leapfrog the Hammers and put pressure on the Red Devils, they will be wary of the challenge that Wolves present them in the game.

The Midlands club are only two points behind the home side going into the tie, though they have played one game more in the league.

A win for them would show just how far they have progressed under new boss Bruno Lage, who has largely impressed since taking over in the summer.

So for Arteta, the game presents just as much of an opportunity as it does a threat to their top four pursuit.

And with that being said, here’s how the pundits view the game.

The BBC pundit believes that Arsenal should just about win the game after winning the last encounter, putting their home form as a big advantage.

He said: "As for the game, well both teams are in good form but Arsenal have been very strong at home this season and I think they might just edge it."

Arsenal 2-1 Wolves

In his column for Betvictor, former Manchester United striker Michael Owen disagrees with Lawrenson. He believes both sides will be aiming to not lose rather than to go out and win the game.

He said: "Both sides will be desperate to not lose this game. I don’t think we will see a lot of goals at the Emirates Stadium, I actually think we’ll see a goalless draw!"

Arsenal 0-0 Wolves

The Sky Sports tipster agrees with Michael Owen that it will be a