United arrive at Molineux with encouraging away form and should be favorites against rock-bottom Wolves. Betting angle: back Manchester United to win with both teams to score — United’s away matches have been open and Wolves’ scoring woes make a United win with BTTS or United win & over 2.5 goals attractive options for punters.
Wolves vs Manchester United: Preview and Key Betting Angles
Manchester United head to Molineux on Monday aiming to build on a steady run of away results after another frustrating draw at Old Trafford. United have taken eight points from their last four away games, showing far more conviction on the road than in front of their own supporters. A late equaliser denied them victory in their previous match, but recent away performances at Liverpool, Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Tottenham underline why United arrive expecting a better night.
Fixture Details
Kick-off: 20:00 (UK), Monday 8 December. Venue: Molineux.
Wolves team news and expected XI
Joao Gomes is suspended after collecting his fifth yellow card, removing a key part of the hosts’ midfield. Marshall Munetsi is also out with a calf issue, while Ladislav Krejci, Fer Lopez and Hugo Bueno are doubtful. Rodrigo Gomes, Leon Chiwome and Daniel Bentley remain sidelined. The absence of Gomes forces a deeper midfield pivot, likely shifting Jean-Ricner Bellegarde into a holding role.
Wolves (likely 3-4-2-1)
Johnstone; Mosquera, Toti, Agbadou; Doherty, Andre, Bellegarde, Wolfe; Arias, Hwang; Larsen
Manchester United team news and expected XI
Matthijs de Ligt missed the draw with West Ham through injury but is hopeful for a return on Monday. Diogo Dalot should be available after a knock, while Harry Maguire and Benjamin Sesko remain sidelined until later in the month. Matheus Cunha returned from a head injury midweek and is expected to feature again.
Manchester United (likely 3-4-2-1)
Lammens; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Shaw; Diallo, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mbeumo, Cunha; Zirkzee
Form and key statistics
Wolves - Bottom of the table with two points from 14 games and just seven league goals. - Lost their last seven Premier League matches and are goalless in five. - Have won only one of their last ten Monday night Premier League fixtures. - Beat United home and away last season, completing a league double.
Manchester United
Unbeaten in their last four Premier League away games (W2 D2).
Scored 22 league goals this season.
Have conceded in every away league match.
Drew 1-1 with West Ham last time out.
Match prediction and betting tips
Wolves’ prolonged scoring drought makes them vulnerable, while United’s away form suggests they should be favorites to win. However, United’s tendency to concede on the road means both teams scoring is a realistic outcome. Punters could consider:
Primary tip: Manchester United to win and both teams to score.
Alternative: United win & over 2.5 goals for better odds given open away fixtures.
Player to watch: United forward (listed as Bryan Mbeumo in previews) is a key attacking threat; back him for anytime scorer markets if available.
Match market: Consider shots or attacking returns for players returning from injury if they start.
Conclusion
On paper this looks like a United opportunity to take three points against a side in deep trouble, but Wolves’ history against United and United’s away defensive wavering mean the market for both teams scoring and over 2.5 goals warrants attention from bettors.
Everything you know to know, including predictions, lineups and how to watch, as Wolves face Manchester United in the Premier League.
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