After a long break, Manchester United are ready to be back in Premier League action when they visit Molineux Stadium tonight to play against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
This season has been very difficult for the Red Devils, as they stand at 9th with 32 points. However, Man United will face off the Wolves off the back of a win in the FA Cup against Newport County by a 4-2 margin. On the other hand, Wolverhampton Wanderers suffered a lot at the beginning of the season, but they are now recovering. The Wolves had won three matches in a row in the EPL before they tied a goalless match against Brighton in their most recent league game.
However, the Wolves are all set to face off against Manchester United, aiming to continue their unbeaten run in the EPL. Besides, Manchester United are more than desperate to get back on the winning track with tonight’s highly anticipated match.
Stats & Facts
- Although Man United have been struggling this season, their records against Wolverhampton are pretty impressive. The Red Devils have won six of their last seven league games against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
- Manchester United have won their last three league meetings with the Wolves without conceding a single goal.
- Man United had a poor record at Molineux Stadium against the Wolves – won just two of their first six league games. But the Red Devils have won their last three consecutive away games against the Wolves.
- This season’s away records for Man United are disappointing. They have lost three of their last four league games away from home. Moreover, the Red Devils scored only one goal in those away matches.
- A defeat over Wolverhampton would see Manchester United lose three consecutive away games for the first time since 2022.
Team News
This break has been a blessing for Manchester United. Casemiro and Lisandro Martinez were two of the long-term absentees for the Red Devils, but these two players have completed their return and should play tonight against the Wolves.
Marcus Rashford was absent in Man United’s FA Cup game against Newport County due to a disciplinary issue. However, Erik Ten Hag has confirmed that the issue has been solved, and Rashford is available for the selection.
However, Aaron Wan Bissaka, Mason Mount, Tyrell Malacia, and Victory Lindelof are still out of the squad due to their respective injury.
As for the Wolves, they will miss the service of Hwang Hee-chan, Boubacar Traore, and Rayan Ait-Nouri due to their international duty in the Asia Cup and the AFCON Cup. Pablo Sarabia, however, got a calf injury and is in doubt ahead of the match.
Possible Lineup for Wolves:
Sa; Kilman, Dawson, Toti; Semedo, Lemina, Doyle, Doherty; Bellegarde, Neto; Cunha
Possible Lineup for Man United:
Onana; Dalot, Varane, Martinez, Shaw; Mainoo, Casemiro; Antony, Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund
Prediction: Man United 2-1 Wolves
Although Manchester United have been struggling this season, the return of Casemiro and Lisandro Martinez would be a massive boost when they play against Wolverhampton tonight. However, the Wolves will have the home advantage, but it will be difficult to beat Manchester United.
Man United started brilliantly against Newport County, scoring two goals in just 15 minutes. But due to their poor defensive work, they gave up the lead. Therefore, the Red Devils should improve their defensive prowess to win against the Wolves.
Betfair Odds
Wolverhampton: 2.84
Draw: 3.47
Man United: 2.52
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