Wolves - Manchester United

Regular Season - 22
Kickoff: 2024-02-01 19:15

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Wolves - Manchester United Predictions

Prediction: Wolves or draw
Best odds: 1.60

In an upcoming Premier League clash that promises to be a gripping encounter, the Wolves are set to host Manchester United at the Molineux Stadium on a chilly Thursday evening. With predictions leaning towards a potential upset, fans and pundits alike are on the edge of their seats, anticipating whether the Wolves can indeed take advantage of their home ground to thwart the Red Devils.

Key Players

The home side will be looking to their defensive stalwart, Matthew James Doherty, whose consistent performances have earned him a 6.60 rating. Doherty's ability to contribute both at the back and going forward will be crucial. Meanwhile, in the midfield, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde has been a revelation, boasting a 6.76 rating and providing a vital link between defense and attack. Up front, the Wolves will rely on the attacking prowess of Saša Kalajdžić, who will be expected to add to his tally of 2 goals.

Manchester United's attack will be spearheaded by Rasmus Winther Højlund, whose tenacity in front of goal will test the Wolves' defense. Alongside him, the experienced Anthony Martial and the dynamic Marcus Rashford will be key in unlocking the Wolves' backline. Rashford, with a 6.84 rating and 3 goals to his name, alongside 2 assists, will be particularly crucial in United's quest for victory.

Recent Form

The Wolves enter this match with a mixed bag of results in their last five games, recording two wins, one draw, and two losses. Their recent form at home has been more encouraging, with 5 wins in 10 games. Manchester United, on the other hand, has been struggling to find consistency, as evidenced by their recent form of one win, two draws, and two losses. The Red Devils will be desperate to improve their away record, which currently stands at 4 wins in 10 away fixtures.

Head-to-Head History

Previous encounters between these two sides have generally tipped in favor of Manchester United. The last three head-to-head matches saw the Red Devils come out on top, with scores of 1-0, 2-0, and 1-0 on August 14, 2023, May 13, 2023, and December 31, 2022, respectively. However, history doesn't always dictate the outcome, and the Wolves will be keen to rewrite the script.

Prediction

The predictions suggest a close encounter, with the Wolves slightly favored to come out on top or secure a draw. The Wolves have a 35% chance of victory, mirroring the probability of a draw, while Manchester United has been given a 30% chance of winning. The form guide also favors the home side, with a form rating of 67 compared to United's 33.

Taking into account the Wolves' solid home form and the key players they can rely on, the prediction is leaning towards a double chance: Wolves or draw. The advice for those looking to place bets would be to consider the Wolves' ability to secure at least a point from this fixture. With the combined talents of Doherty, Bellegarde, and Kalajdžić, they have the tools to cause problems for Manchester United, who will need Rashford and Martial to be at their best to counter the threat.

In conclusion, this match is poised to be a tightly contested affair, with the potential for a surprise result. The Wolves have the edge at home and could very well capitalize on Manchester United's inconsistent form. Expect a strategic battle with both teams looking to their key players to make the difference. The final prediction: Wolves to win or draw, in what could be a pivotal match in their season.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

67%
33%

Attacking Potential

60%
40%

Defensive Potential

62%
38%

Poisson Distribution

52%
48%

Stregth H2H

20%
80%

Goals H2H

17%
83%

Wins the game

46%
54%

Wolves - Manchester United Head to Head

Premier League standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Arsenal players, news and schedule Arsenal 31 22 5 4 75 24 51 71
2 Liverpool players, news and schedule Liverpool 31 21 8 2 72 30 42 71
3 Manchester City players, news and schedule Manchester City 31 21 7 3 71 31 40 70
4 Aston Villa players, news and schedule Aston Villa 32 18 6 8 66 49 17 60
5 Tottenham players, news and schedule Tottenham 30 17 6 7 62 44 18 57
6 Manchester United players, news and schedule Manchester United 31 15 4 12 45 46 -1 49
7 West Ham players, news and schedule West Ham 32 13 9 10 52 56 -4 48
8 Newcastle players, news and schedule Newcastle 31 14 5 12 65 52 13 47
9 Chelsea players, news and schedule Chelsea 29 12 7 10 53 50 3 43
10 Brighton players, news and schedule Brighton 31 11 10 10 51 49 2 43
11 Wolves players, news and schedule Wolves 31 12 6 13 44 49 -5 42
12 Bournemouth players, news and schedule Bournemouth 31 11 8 12 45 55 -10 41
13 Fulham players, news and schedule Fulham 32 11 6 15 47 51 -4 39
14 Crystal Palace players, news and schedule Crystal Palace 31 7 9 15 36 54 -18 30
15 Everton players, news and schedule Everton 31 9 8 14 32 42 -10 29
16 Brentford players, news and schedule Brentford 32 7 8 17 45 58 -13 29
17 Nottingham Forest players, news and schedule Nottingham Forest 31 7 8 16 39 53 -14 25
18 Luton players, news and schedule Luton 32 6 7 19 45 65 -20 25
19 Burnley players, news and schedule Burnley 32 4 7 21 32 67 -35 19
20 Sheffield Utd players, news and schedule Sheffield Utd 30 3 6 21 28 80 -52 15