Wolves can level on points with Manchester United when the two teams meet at Old Trafford on Sunday in a crucial Premier League clash.
Manchester United come into this match after an emotional week, bouncing back from a heavy 4-1 loss to Newcastle with a stunning 5-4 comeback win over Lyon in the UEFA Europa League quarter-final second leg. Despite nearly losing the tie after conceding four goals, the Red Devils scored three goals in under ten minutes to secure qualification and edge closer to UEFA Champions League football next season. Manager Ruben Amorim hinted at possible squad rotations for this game.
Wolves are close to securing Premier League safety, currently 14 points clear of the relegation zone after an impressive five-match unbeaten run, including four consecutive wins. Vitor Pereira’s side will be confident after their 2-0 victory over Manchester United in the reverse fixture, a game that saw Bruno Fernandes sent off.
Team News & Tactics
Manchester United
Ruben Amorim faces several absences, with Amad Diallo (ankle), Matthijs de Ligt (foot), Lisandro Martinez (knee), Ayden Heaven (ankle), Toby Collyer (match fitness), and Joshua Zirkzee (hamstring) all sidelined. Andre Onana will start in goal, with a 3-4-2-1 formation expected. The defense will likely include Leny Yoro, Victor Lindelof, and Luke Shaw, with Diogo Dalot and Harry Amass as wing-backs. In midfield, Christian Eriksen partners Manuel Ugarte, while Bruno Fernandes, Mason Mount, and Rasmus Hojlund lead the attack.
Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Onana; Yoro, Lindelof, Shaw; Dalot, Eriksen, Ugarte, Amass; Mount, Bruno Fernandes; Hojlund.
Wolves
Vitor Pereira may be without up to nine players but expects Matt Doherty, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, and Hwang Hee-chan to be fit. Wolves will likely use a 3-4-2-1 formation with Jose Sa in goal. Doherty, Emmanuel Agbadou, and Toti Gomes form the back three, with Nelson Semedo and Rayan Ait-Nouri as wing-backs. Midfield will be anchored by Andre and Joao Gomes, supported by Marshall Munetsi and Matheus Cunha. Jorgen Strand Larsen leads the attack.
Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Sa; Doherty, Agbadou, Toti Gomes; Semedo, Andre, Joao Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Munetsi, Cunha; Strand Larsen.
Key Stats
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Manchester United have lost only once in their last 13 home Premier League games against Wolves but could face their first league double defeat against Wolves since 1979/80.
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United’s recent Premier League form is poor, with only two wins in their last nine matches.
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Wolves are chasing a fifth consecutive top-flight win for the first time since 1970 and could secure four straight away league wins.
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Manchester United conceded the opening goal in 19 Premier League games this season, which is equal to a club record.
Player to Watch: Matheus Cunha
Matheus Cunha is Wolves’ key player to watch. The 25-year-old is close to reaching 15 league goals this season, joining Brazilian greats Roberto Firmino and Gabriel Martinelli in that achievement. Given Manchester United’s defensive struggles, Cunha has a strong chance to hit this milestone and could deliver a game-changing performance that attracts attention from top clubs.
Manchester United vs Wolves Prediction
Manchester United 1-2 Wolves
Wolves’ current form and previous win over United suggest they will edge this contest, while United’s struggles at home continue.
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