Premier League champions Manchester City head to the Molineux to trade tackles with Wolverhampton Wanderers, who remain winless after 7 matches.
Wolverhampton Wanderers Vs Manchester City Preview
The Cityzens still have their sights on claiming the Premier League title for the 5th consecutive time, and they remain in a favorable position for their title defense.
Following back-to-back draws in the top-tier division of the English football pyramid, Manchester City returned to winning ways before the international break with a 3-2 win over Fulham on October 5, 2024.
They had previously shared the spoils with Arsenal (2-2) and Newcastle United (1-1) on September 22 and September 28, 2024, respectively.
Despite dropping points in those matches, Pep Guardiola’s side still occupy the 2nd spot on the Premier League table with 17 points from 7 matches.
Manchester City are just a point behind league leaders Liverpool, and it will be fascinating to see the season pans out.
In 7 league matches this term, they have secured 5 wins and 2 draws despite missing the services of some key players.
The future of Pep Guardiola continues to gain traction in the media, as it is unknown if he will extend his contract at the club, which will expire at the end of the season.
Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wolves are yet to secure a victory in the Premier League this campaign, losing 6 matches and drawing 1.
They are amongst a group of 4 teams alongside Ipswich Town, Crystal Palace, and Southampton, who haven’t picked up a win in the 2024/25 season.
Due to their underwhelming display this campaign, Gary O’Neil’s side occupy the bottom of the table, with 1 point from 7 matches.
It is uncertain when they will turn a new leaf, however, pressure continues to mount on boss Gary O’Neil.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have fought hard across games this term, but a tale of poor concentration alongside a noticeable difference in quality has often seen them drop crucial points.
They will need to start raking in the points quickly in their quest towards remaining in the Premier League for the 8th season in a row, having gained promotion to the top flight in the 2017/18 season.
Wolves will be banking on players like Mario Lemina, Nelson Semedo, and Matheus Cunha, amongst others, to deliver the goods for them in the coming matches.
Wolves defeat Manchester City 2-1 in their first meeting last season at the Molineux, before losing 5-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
Team News For Wolverhampton Wanderers
Yerson Mosquera, Boubacar Traore, Enso Gonzalez, Sasa Kalajdzic, and Hwang Hee-Chan are expected to be absent from the clash against Manchester City as Gary O’Neil deals with a growing injury crisis.
Team News For Manchester City
The Cityzens will hope to welcome back Kevin De Bruyne after his injury in September 2024, while Nathan Ake has returned to training, and he could be in contention to feature against Wolves.
Rodri and Oscar Bobb remain long-term injury absentees.
Potential Starting Lineup For Wolverhampton Wanderers Against Manchester City:
Johnstone; Semedo, Dawson, Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Andre; Borges, Lemina, Gomes, Cunha; Strand Larsen
Potential Starting Lineup For Manchester City Against Wolverhampton Wanderers:
Ederson; Walker, Dias, Akanji, Gvardiol; Lewis, Kovacic; Silva, Gundogan, Doku; Haaland
Prediction: Wolves 0-2 Manchester City
Kick-off Time And Date: 02:00 PM on Sunday, October 20, 2024.
