Dual Gomes goals ensure Wolves beat Aston Villa and unwanted points record

As Wolves applied the seal to just their second Premier League victory of the season, Rodrigo Gomes doubling their lead over rivals Aston Villa deep into second-half stoppage time, Rob Edwards hared down the touchline, yelling into the stands as his players started a celebratory pile-on a few yards behind him. It was a moment of catharsis for Edwards, who beat his chest and wellied an advertising hoarding, but for Unai Emery it was a different kind of cue.

As those in old gold savoured a win over near neighbours that takes them to 13 points, ending any fears that they may not eclipse Derby County’s record-low tally of 11 in 2007-08, Emery marched straight down the tunnel before the post-match handshakes.