WOL vs MCI Match Prediction Today: This weekend’s Premier League clash pits Wolverhampton Wanderers against Manchester City at Molineux, and the stakes couldn’t be higher for both sides. Wolves, struggling at the bottom of the table, are desperately seeking their first win of the season. Meanwhile, City will look to assert their dominance and inch closer to the top spot
WOL vs MCI Match Info
- Date: Sunday 20th October, 2024
- Kick-off time: 06:30 PM IST
- Location: Molineux Stadium
- Last meeting: MCI 5-1 WOL
- Where to watch: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar App
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester City Predictions
It’s difficult to see anything other than a Manchester City victory given their current form and the Wolves’ miserable start to the season. However, football is never entirely predictable, and Wolves have been known to spring the odd upset, especially at home. The key will be whether Wolves can keep it tight at the back, an area they’ve struggled in recently.
- ✅More than 2.5 goals
- ✅Yellow cards – under 2.5
- ✅ Erling Haalandto score
- ✅Manchester City to win the match
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester City Prediction & Previews
Wolverhampton Wanderers Preview
Wolves are in a difficult spot, having gone winless in their first seven games of the season. Manager Gary O’Neil is under immense pressure, and the team’s defensive frailties have been their undoing. They’ve conceded 15 goals in their last five matches, a statistic that doesn’t bode well when facing an attacking juggernaut like City. What’s particularly concerning is their inability to close out games, even when they manage to score.
- Matheus Cunha, despite his form, has seen Wolves lose each of the last four league games he’s scored in. His bad luck could be psychological, but his individual ability to make a difference remains critical.
- Wolves have been on a freefall lately, with five straight losses across all competitions
Manchester City Preview
Manchester City comes into this match as heavy favorites, boasting a 30-game unbeaten run in the Premier League. Despite injuries to key players like Kevin De Bruyne and Rodri, Pep Guardiola’s side has shown resilience, often recovering from losing positions. Erling Haaland, in particular, loves playing against Wolves. The Norwegian striker has an incredible eight goals in just four appearances against them, proving to be their tormentor time and again.
- Erling Haaland will undoubtedly be the focal point once again. With 10 points recovered from losing positions already this season, City have an added layer of determination when the odds are stacked against them.
- City are unbeaten in their last 30 Premier League games, an incredible achievement that has solidified their dominance
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester City Team News
Wolves have a few key injury concerns heading into this clash. Hwang Hee-chan, who picked up an ankle injury during international duty, is doubtful. They’ll also be missing Yerson Mosquera, Sasa Kalajdzic, and Enso González due to long-term injuries. On the positive side, teenage defender Bastien Meupiyou could make his debut, which might add some youthful energy to their backline.
For City, Guardiola confirmed that Kevin De Bruyne remains out with a pelvis injury, while Nathan Aké also isn’t fully fit yet. Rodri’s absence in midfield is significant, but the team has managed to cope well without him so far. Oscar Bobb is another long-term absentee, but City’s depth should see them through.
WOL vs MCI Last Five Head-to-Head
- MCI 5-1 WOL
- WOL 2-1 MCI
- MCI 3-0 WOL
- WOL 0-3 MCI
- WOL 1-5 MCI
WOL vs MCI Possible Lineups
Wolverhampton Wanderers Possible Playing XI: Johnstone; Semedo, S. Bueno, Toti, Ait-Nouri; Bellegarde, Lemina, Andre, Gomes, Cunha; Larsen
Manchester City Possible Playing XI: Ederson; Lewis, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol; Kovacic, Gundogan; Silva, Foden, Doku; Haaland
WOL vs MCI Win Probability
- Wolverhampton Wanderers: 10%
- DRAW: 20%
- Manchester City: 70%
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