Premier League: Wolves vs. Manchester United Prediction, head-to-head, team news, possible line-ups, and betting tips

A Bournemouth masterclass at Old Trafford left Ruben Amorim's side reeling, marking their fourth defeat under the new manager. 

Cast adrift in the bottom half of the table for the first time in Premier League history, United face a bleak Christmas, a staggering 17 points adrift of Liverpool's summit, a stark reminder of the uphill climb ahead.

Meanwhile, Vitor Pereira's Wolves tenure ignited with a resounding 3-0 victory over Leicester, a much-needed lifeline in their fight against relegation. 

While still entrenched in the bottom tier, this win injects a dose of optimism, pulling them within touching distance of safety.

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The Red Devils have enjoyed playing this fixture in recent years, winning seven of their last eight games against the hosts.

The 20-time PL champions have also found joy on Boxing Day, having won more games and scored more goals than any other side on that day, though Wolves are unbeaten in their last seven games on Boxing Day.

Pereira's bold tactical decisions in his Wolves debut yielded immediate dividends. 

Four changes to the starting lineup injected fresh energy, with Goncalo Guedes and Rodrigo Gomes, two of the new faces, finding the net in the first half, both of whom will undoubtedly be vying for starting spots once again.

Mario Lemina, sidelined by a minor calf injury in the previous match, is expected to be available for selection against United, adding depth to the midfield options.

Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United remains uncertain as he faces another match on the sidelines.

Amorim has decided to leave the forward out of the squad for the fourth consecutive game, a decision that comes amid speculation about the forward’s desire for a new challenge.   

The injury woes continue to plague the United squad; though Matthijs de Ligt could potentially return after missing the Bournemouth match due to illness, key players like Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, and Victor Lindelof remain sidelined as their injury-hit seasons persist.

Wolves Predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Sa (GK); Doherty, Bueno, T. Gomes; Semedo, Andre, J. Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Guedes, Strand Larsen, Cunha

Manchester United Predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Onana (GK); Mazraoui, Maguire, Martinez; Dalot, Ugarte, Mainoo, Malacia; Amad Diallo, Hojlund, Fernandes

Wolves, buoyed by their recent win and new manager bounce, will seek to frustrate a struggling United. Rashford's absence weakens the visitors, and we expect a tight affair with Wolves potentially snatching a surprise result at home.

Wolves win or draw

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 0.5 Second Half Goal