**Wolves Deal Villa a Crushing Blow in Premier League** In a dramatic turn of events, Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) secured a rare win, defeating Aston Villa 2-0 at Molineux on Friday. The victory comes as a massive boost for the West Midlands outfit, who have been struggling to stay afloat in the Premier League this season. Wolves' Joao Gomes was the hero of the night, scoring his first league goal of the season in the second half. The Portuguese midfielder's clinical finish sealed the win and left Villa's Champions League hopes hanging by a thread. The win also marked Wolves' first victory in nine league games, a feat that has left them breathing a sigh of relief. Villa, on the other hand, were far from their best, and the loss has dented their chances of qualifying for next season's Champions League. The Midlands derby victory has also ensured that Wolves will avoid setting a new record-low Premier League points total. Their current tally of 13 points surpasses the previous record low of 11 points set by Derby in 2007-08. For Wolves' manager, Rob Edwards, the win was a moment of pure joy. "I'm really proud of the team, and it's nights like this that remind me why I love football so much," he said. Edwards' side still face an uphill battle to stay in the Premier League, but the win has given them a glimmer of hope. Villa, however, face a crucial period in their season, with two top-flight games ahead against Chelsea and Manchester United. A win in these matches could still salvage their Champions League hopes, but the loss to Wolves has left them reeling. In a bizarre twist, Villa's manager, Unai Emery, opted to start Ollie Watkins ahead of Tammy Abraham, who had been in form since joining the club from Besiktas. Watkins' lack of confidence was evident as he struggled to make an impact on the game. The loss has left Villa fans wondering if Emery's decision was the right one. The win has sent shockwaves through the Premier League, with many fans speculating about the implications for Villa's season. One thing is certain, however - Wolves have dealt Villa a crushing blow, and their Champions League hopes are hanging by a thread.