Manchester United face a crucial Premier League test against Wolverhampton Wanderers, who remain winless after 14 games. United come off a frustrating 1-1 draw with West Ham, where a late equaliser from Soungoutou Magassa denied them all three points, extending their home winless run to two matches and drawing criticism from supporters, as reported by SoftFootball.
Wolves, with just two points, are enduring one of the league’s worst starts, matching Sheffield United’s 2020-21 low. Last season’s double over United also adds a psychological edge.
United have improved in set-piece situations, scoring 10 goals from such opportunities this season, tied with Arsenal. Wolves, under Rob Edwards, favour a low block, inviting pressure and making United’s aerial threat potentially decisive. Defensive lapses remain a concern, however, with West Ham’s equaliser highlighting coordination issues.
Team News
Manchester United will be without Harry Maguire (thigh) and Benjamin Sesko (knee). Matthijs de Ligt and Diogo Dalot are expected to return, as confirmed by Ruben Amorim in a video shared on the club’s official X account.
Watch the video below:
Kobbie Mainoo continues on the bench, with manager Ruben Amorim defending his selection choices despite calls for the young midfielder to feature more.
Wolves will miss João Gomes (suspension) and Marshall Munetsi (calf injury). Several defenders, including Daniel Bentley and Ladislav Krejci, are sidelined.
Possible Lineups
Wolverhampton Wanderers (3-4-2-1): Johnstone; Mosquera, Toti, Agbadou; Doherty, Andre, Bellegarde, Wolfe; Arias, Hwang; Larsen.
Manchester United (3-4-2-1): Lammens; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Shaw; Diallo, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mbeumo, Cunha; Zirkzee.
Matheus Cunha returns to Molineux as a key threat, having 11 goal contributions in his last 12 appearances at the stadium, while Bruno Fernandes continues to influence from midfield.
SoftFootball’s Prediction
United are clear favourites given Wolves’ poor form, having failed to score in their last five league matches and losing seven of their last eight fixtures in all competitions. United’s away form, unbeaten in four matches including victories over Liverpool and Crystal Palace, gives them an edge. A strong performance from set pieces and control in midfield will be vital if they are to avoid repeating last season’s setbacks at Wolves.
Prediction: Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-2 Manchester United.
