Premier League: Wolves vs. Manchester United Prediction, head-to-head, team news, possible line-ups, and betting tips

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Premier League: Wolves vs. Manchester United Prediction, head-to-head, team news, possible line-ups, and betting tips

Kolawole Babatunde 09:01 - 24.12.2024

On the back of a heavy home defeat, Ruben Amorim would hope to quickly find a solution when the Red Devils travel to face a Wolves side under new tutelage. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.

A Bournemouth masterclass at Old Trafford left Ruben Amorim's side reeling, marking their fourth defeat under the new manager

Cast adrift in the bottom half of the table for the first time in Premier League history, United face a bleak Christmas, a staggering 17 points adrift of Liverpool's summit, a stark reminder of the uphill climb ahead.

Wolves vs. Manchester United preview
Ruben Amorim during Manchester United's Premier League match with Nottingham Forest (Credit: Imago)

Meanwhile, Vitor Pereira's Wolves tenure ignited with a resounding 3-0 victory over Leicester, a much-needed lifeline in their fight against relegation. 

While still entrenched in the bottom tier, this win injects a dose of optimism, pulling them within touching distance of safety.

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Wolves vs. Manchester United Head to Head

The Red Devils have enjoyed playing this fixture in recent years, winning seven of their last eight games against the hosts.

The 20-time PL champions have also found joy on Boxing Day, having won more games and scored more goals than any other side on that day, though Wolves are unbeaten in their last seven games on Boxing Day.

Wolves vs. Manchester United Team News and Possible Lineups 

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Wolves captain Lemina || Imago

Pereira's bold tactical decisions in his Wolves debut yielded immediate dividends. 

Four changes to the starting lineup injected fresh energy, with Goncalo Guedes and Rodrigo Gomes, two of the new faces, finding the net in the first half, both of whom will undoubtedly be vying for starting spots once again.

Mario Lemina, sidelined by a minor calf injury in the previous match, is expected to be available for selection against United, adding depth to the midfield options.

Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United remains uncertain as he faces another match on the sidelines.

Amorim has decided to leave the forward out of the squad for the fourth consecutive game, a decision that comes amid speculation about the forward’s desire for a new challenge.   

The injury woes continue to plague the United squad; though Matthijs de Ligt could potentially return after missing the Bournemouth match due to illness, key players like Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, and Victor Lindelof remain sidelined as their injury-hit seasons persist.

Wolves vs. Manchester United preview
Marcus Rashford was told to embrace the new challenge at Manchester United by Amorim.

Wolves Predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Sa (GK); Doherty, Bueno, T. Gomes; Semedo, Andre, J. Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Guedes, Strand Larsen, Cunha

Manchester United Predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Onana (GK); Mazraoui, Maguire, Martinez; Dalot, Ugarte, Mainoo, Malacia; Amad Diallo, Hojlund, Fernandes

Wolves vs. Manchester United Predictions & Betting Tips

Wolves, buoyed by their recent win and new manager bounce, will seek to frustrate a struggling United. Rashford's absence weakens the visitors, and we expect a tight affair with Wolves potentially snatching a surprise result at home.

Wolves win or draw

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 0.5 Second Half Goal

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