This Boxing Day, the Premier League serves up an exciting clash as Wolverhampton Wanderers take on Manchester United at Molineux. Both teams are desperate for points to turn their respective seasons around, making this encounter an intriguing spectacle on Amazon Prime.
Wolves Recent Form
Wolves are currently languishing in 18th place with 12 points from 17 matches. Their season has been disappointing, marked by defensive frailties and managerial changes.
However, the arrival of Vítor Pereira has brought a glimmer of hope. In his debut match, Wolves secured a morale-boosting 3-0 win over Leicester, potentially signalling better times ahead.
Injury and Team News
Wolves remain without several key players, including Pablo Sarabia, Boubacar Traoré, Saša Kalajdžić, Yerson Mosquera, and Enso González.
Despite these absences, Pereira may stick to the winning formula from their Leicester match.
Last Wolves Lineup
Here is how Wolves lined up in their last game:
Manchester United Recent Form
Manchester United are enduring an equally troubling season. The Red Devils sit 13th in the table with 22 points.
Under Ruben Amorim, they have struggled for consistency, suffering heavy defeats to Bournemouth and Spurs, but recording wins against Manchester City and Viktoria Plzen.
Injury and Team News
United’s defensive woes are compounded by injuries to Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, Matthijs de Ligt, and Victor Lindelöf. Leny Yoro may feature, while Rasmus Højlund is expected to start in attack.
Last Manchester United Lineup
Here is how Manchester United lined up in their last game:
Wolves vs Manchester United - Referee and VAR
Referee: Tony Harrington.
Assistants: Darren Cann, Marc Perry.
Fourth official: Andrew Kitchen.
VAR: Matt Donohue.
Assistant VAR: Timothy Wood.
Wolves Player to Watch
Gonçalo Guedes
The forward was instrumental in Wolves’ victory over Leicester, and his creativity will be key to breaking down United's fragile defence.
Manchester United Player to Watch
Bruno Fernandes
The playmaker has been a consistent performer this season, often dragging United forward in critical moments. His vision and set-piece ability could prove decisive.
Prediction
Both teams are struggling defensively, and goals are likely. With United winning the last four meetings between these sides and Wolves’ poor home form, the visitors may edge this one.
Our Prediction: Wolves 1-2 Manchester United
Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Manchester United to Win
Wolves’ defensive issues and United's attacking quality favour an away victory.
Tip 2 - Both Teams to Score
Neither side has kept a clean sheet in their last six matches, making this a solid option.
Tip 3 - Over 2.5 Goals
With both teams leaking goals, expect a high-scoring affair.
