Wolves vs Manchester United Lineups, Preview, Prediction and Team News | Premier League, December 26, 2024

Wolves vs Manchester United Preview

• Date: Thursday, December 26
• Kick-off Time: 5:30 pm GMT
• Venue: Molineux Stadium, West Midlands

Wolves and Manchester United will go toe-to-toe as a part of matchday 18 of the 2024/25 Premier League season. The hosts still find themselves in the relegation zone while United is struggling in the 13th place in the table with only 22 points so far. English referee, Tony Harrington will take up the duty of officiating the fixture. The Wolves vs Manchester United fixture will be contested as a part of the Christmas round of matches in the Premier League.

The Wolves Football Club has endured a challenging season so far. In the last six games, the club has managed two victories to go with four defeats. During this period, Wolves have scored 11 goals and conceded 13. Gary O’Neil was relieved of his managerial duties following the defeat against Ipswich Town and was replaced by Vitor Pereira. The Portuguese coach has begun his career in the Midlands with a positive 3-0 victory over Leicester City but he will be aware that tougher tests will await him.

Manchester United fans are in a state where they don’t really know what to expect as far as the results are concerned. After the memorable 2-1 comeback victory over Manchester City, the atmosphere within the club was cheerful. However, the positivity has quickly faded as Bournemouth handed the Red Devils a humiliating 3-0 defeat at Old Trafford which goes on to paint the serious issues at the club. Ruben Amorim knows that he has a long road ahead to fulfil his objective of getting Manchester United back on the top of the English game. The record Premier League champions have not kept a clean sheet in six matches.

Wolves Team News

Vitor Pereira will be delighted to see several players return to fitness during his appointment as the Wolves manager. Boubacar Traore, Enso Gonzalez, Pablo Sarabia, Sasa Kalajdzic, and Yerson Mosquera will not be available for selection.

Manchester United Team News

Mason Mount has sadly suffered a fresh injury scare and will remain on the sidelines till early March. Luke Shaw will also have to sit out due to a hamstring injury. Victor Lindelöf is recovering from a concussion and there are still doubts over his participation.

Wolves vs Manchester United Predicted Lineups

Wolves Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Goalkeeper: Sa

Defenders: Doherty, Bueno, Gomes

Midfielders: Semedo, Gomes, Andre, Gomes

Forwards: Guedes, Cunha, Larsen

Manchester United Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Goalkeeper: Onana

Defenders: Mazraoui, Maguire, Martinez

Midfielders: Dalot, Ugarte, Mainoo, Malacia

Forwards: Amad, Fernandes, Hojlund

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Wolves vs Manchester United H2H Record

Wolves have recorded just a single victory over Manchester United in the last five head-to-head encounters. The remaining contests have witnessed a Manchester United victory.

Key Players to Watch in Wolves vs Manchester United

Casemiro (Manchester United)

Casemiro is the go-to man for Manchester United when it comes to experience and reliability. The Brazilian midfielder is one of the most celebrated names when it comes to European football. He has won five Champions League and three UEFA Super Cup titles so far. The former Real Madrid has managed to regain his park following the departure of Erik ten Hag. His strength, timing of tackles, and reading of the game make him an indispensable part of Manchester United.

Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United)

Alejandro Garnacho has been one of the most precious finds by Manchester United in recent years. His rise to the top as a regular starter for the club has been a rare positive for Manchester United fans this season. Garnacho prefers to play on the left side of the attack but is also effective from the right side. Garnacho has eight goals and four assists this season for United.

Wolves vs Manchester United Prediction

It is a daunting task to predict the outcome of the fixture. Manchester United have been off the pace away from home in the Premier League. However, Ruben Amorim will be desperate to coach a much-needed victory on Thursday.

Predicted Score: Wolves 1-2 Manchester United

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