# Wolves Hold On for Draw Against High-Flying Aston Villa
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Gary O’Neil says his side are making progress after they held on for a 1-1 draw against their high-flying Midlands rivals Aston Villa. The result was a hard-fought one, with Wolves making the most of their chances to take the lead in the first half, only to be pegged back by a late equaliser from Villa.
## Match Report: Wolves 1-1 Aston Villa
The match started off with both sides looking to take the initiative, but it was Wolves who made the breakthrough in the 28th minute. A well-worked move saw Adama Traore break down the right flank and deliver a pinpoint cross into the box which was met by Raul Jimenez, who made no mistake in slotting the ball into the back of the net.
Villa responded well and had their fair share of chances, but it was Wolves who looked more likely to score. However, they were unable to find a second goal and were made to pay for it in the 82nd minute when Villa substitute Keinan Davis equalised with a powerful header.
The game ended 1-1, with Wolves holding on for a hard-fought point against their high-flying rivals. After the match, O’Neil said his side were making progress and that they deserved the point.
## Watch Highlights of Saturday’s Premier League Action on Match of the Day
Fans can watch highlights of Saturday’s Premier League action on Match of the Day on Saturday 7 October at 22:30 BST on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website & app.
The show will feature all the goals and key moments from Saturday’s matches, as well as analysis from pundits and interviews with managers and players. It promises to be an entertaining show and a great way to catch up on all the action from Saturday’s games.
## Conclusion
Wolves held on for a hard-fought point against their high-flying rivals Aston Villa, with manager Gary O’Neil saying his side were making progress. Fans can watch highlights of Saturday’s Premier League action on Match of the Day on Saturday 7 October at 22:30 BST on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website & app.