Wolves fans can’t get over Adam Armstrong as full stats emerge from Aston Villa clash
Wolves picked up their second Premier League victory of the season on Friday as they overcame Aston Villa 2-0.
It was a wonderful performance from Rob Edwards’ side as they overcame their West Midlands rivals to reach 13 points, hence avoiding Derby’s record low total.
While relegation might be all but confirmed, it gave many of the Molineux faithful hope that they still may have the quality to bounce back next season.
Many players were exceptional against Unai Emery’s side. However display fans were particularly fond of was that of Adam Armstrong, who has now been compared to former Wolves icon, Kevin Doyle.
Wolves fans compare Adam Armstrong to Kevin Doyle
While Armstrong may not have scored since his winter move to Wolves, he has been quick to impress.
The former Southampton star has helped the Old Gold side reach the round of 16 of the FA Cup and picked up an assist on his debut against Chelsea.
On Friday, he claimed his second assist since his move to Molineux, as he played the ball to Joao Gomes, who converted for the opener.
On top of this, his work rate has not gone unnoticed, and fans have now started comparing Armstrong to Doyle, who played for Wolves between 2009 and 2015.
Armstrong is fantastic. So intelligent
— Josh (@Josh240803) February 27, 2026
A modern day Kevin Doyle.
— Armchair Wolves (@ArmchairWolves) February 28, 2026
That was a Kevin Doyle-like performance from Adam Armstrong tonight. Composed, resilient, battling, clever movement, brought others into the game with his hold up play.
— Andy Gillard (@ADG_WWFC) February 27, 2026
A² was tremendous tonight.
His ability to KEEP the ball as a 9 is strongly underrated
— COYW 🐺🐺🐺 (@COYW_WOLFPACK) February 27, 2026
He had a great game tonight that goes unnoticed. Screaming for the ball at times but we don’t play his way.
— Ian (@wolveshotshot) February 27, 2026
He’s class
— JJ (@JJWolves76) February 27, 2026
Adam Armstrong replicating Kevin Doyle under Mccarthy. Just a shame its come too late to save us. #wwfc #wolves
— Ian Wolf (@WolfieUpNorth) February 27, 2026
How good was Armstrong vs Aston Villa?
According to Fotmob on 28 February, Armstrong was one of the best players on the pitch in Wolves’ win over Aston Villa.
The striker completed all of his dribbles, won three ground duels, created one big chance and was not dispossessed once.
| Adam Armstrong’s stats vs Aston Villa | |
| Minutes | 89 |
| Dribbles completed | 100% |
| Assists | 1 |
| Ground duels won | 3 |
| Big chances created | 1 |
| Dispossessed | 0 |
For a signing that was essentially made in preparation for their relegation to the Championship, Armstrong has been quick to showcase his abilities in the top-flight.
If the attacker can keep up this level of performance, it will not be long until he has netted his first goal in Old Gold colours.
Hopefully, Armstrong will continue to improve under Edwards, and continue his fine form in the Championship, where he has consistently found the back of the net in recent years.
While Wolves may have lost Jorgen Strand Larsen in the winter window, Armstrong looks to be a sound replacement as he continues to impress at Molineux.