Rayan Aït Nouri etched his name into Wolverhampton Wanderers’ history books with a standout display in their 4-2 Premier League triumph over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.
The Algerian left-back needed just 85 seconds to leave his mark at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, lashing home a volley from a poorly cleared free-kick to open the scoring.
The goal, confirmed following a swift VAR review, is now officially the fastest ever scored by a Wolverhampton player in Premier League history.
Aït Nouri’s impact extended well beyond the early strike.
The 22-year-old remained a constant threat down the left flank and was instrumental in Wolves’ attacking play throughout his 70 minutes on the pitch.
He turned provider in the second half, delivering a pinpoint assist for Denmark international Larsen, who netted the team’s third goal in the 64th minute.
His performance earned widespread plaudits and saw him named man of the match with a stellar 8.8 rating on the analytics platform WhoScored.
It was a display that highlighted not just his defensive solidity but also his ability to influence games in the final third.
This season has been the most prolific of Aït Nouri’s career.
With Sunday’s contributions, he has now tallied five goals and five assists across all competitions.
In league play alone, his tally stands at four goals and six assists—figures that place him among the Premier League’s most productive defenders, level with Fulham’s Antonee Robinson in terms of direct goal involvements.
Aït Nouri’s transformation from a promising talent to a key figure in the Wolverhampton setup has been remarkable.
Once seen as a developing prospect for both club and country, the Algerian international is now cementing his status as one of the league’s most effective full-backs.
Wolves’ convincing victory not only boosted their position in the Premier League standings but also served as a showcase for Aït Nouri’s growing influence.
His blend of technical ability, composure under pressure, and attacking vision continues to shine through in high-stakes matches.
As the season enters its final stretch, Rayan Aït Nouri’s form could prove decisive in Wolverhampton’s quest for a strong finish.
More importantly, it further reinforces his standing as one of the league’s most dynamic and historic players in his position.
