Wolves vs Man United: Red Devils Win 4‑1 at Molineux

Manchester United head to Molineux on Monday night hoping to recover from two frustrating home performances that stalled their early progress in the 2025–26 Premier League season. After a shock defeat to 10-man Everton and a late equaliser from West Ham that forced a 1–1 draw, the pressure is on Ruben Amorim to restore momentum.

Wolves, meanwhile, enter this match in full-blown crisis mode, winless, struggling to score, and sinking deeper into relegation danger with each passing week.

This fixture suddenly means far more than a routine Premier League night.
It’s about identity, confidence, and survival.

Let’s break down everything you need to know.

⚽ Wolves vs Man United — Goals & Scorers

Wolves vs Man United Preview: A Crucial Clash for Both Sides

On paper, this might look like a straightforward match for Manchester United. But history has shown that games against bottom-placed sides can be tricky, and Wolves have upset United before.

Still, you can’t ignore the reality: Wolves are enduring one of the worst starts to a Premier League season in modern history, collecting only two points from their first 14 matches. Their latest defeat, a 1–0 loss to Nottingham Forest, has only deepened the concern around manager Rob Edwards’ future.

United, by contrast, remain significantly stronger away from Old Trafford. Victories at Liverpool and Crystal Palace and draws at Tottenham and Nottingham Forest paint a completely different picture from their home inconsistencies.

Here’s the interesting part…
United haven’t lost back-to-back league games at Molineux in more than 45 years. Wolves, on the other hand, haven’t scored in five consecutive league matches, their longest scoring drought in club history.

If form matters, and it usually does, the Red Devils enter as clear favourites.

Man United Team News: Amorim Searching for Rhythm Again

Ruben Amorim has shown glimpses of a new tactical identity since taking over, but the last two matches have exposed the team’s lack of fluidity in the final third.

The starting lineup for this match is expected to look like this:

• Lammens

• Mazraoui, Heaven, Shaw

• Amad, Fernandes, Casemiro, Dalot

• Mbeumo, Mount, Cunha

You might be wondering…
Where are the goals coming from?

That’s exactly what United supporters want answered. Despite flashes of brilliance, the team still relies heavily on moments rather than consistent attacking patterns. Cunha’s movement, Mount’s energy, and Bruno Fernandes’ creativity will be central to United’s ability to break down a deep-defending Wolves side.

Wolves’ Struggles: A Season Spiralling Out of Control

Wolves’ problems run far deeper than bad luck.

The team is battling:

• Seven straight Premier League defeats

• Eight consecutive losses in all competitions

• Five league matches without scoring a single goal

• A gap of 12 points from safety

These numbers don’t just show a team out of form — they show a team in danger of collapsing entirely.

Fans have grown increasingly vocal, and some have already begun questioning whether Rob Edwards is the right man to lead the club. The lack of creativity, defensive errors, and visible confidence issues have turned every match into a psychological battle.

In my experience covering teams in crisis, once a club falls into this kind of pattern, turning things around requires either a change in system or a change in leadership. Wolves will need something drastic soon otherwise they risk dropping below even Derby County’s infamous 11-point season.

Form Guide: A Tale of Two Opposites

Here’s a quick snapshot:

Man United Away Form

• Win vs Liverpool

• Win vs Crystal Palace

• Draw vs Tottenham

• Draw vs Nottingham Forest

• Unbeaten in four consecutive Premier League away games

Wolves Home Form

• Goal drought continues

• Seven straight league defeats

• No home wins this season

• Confidenceis  at an all-time low

When you line these records up, it’s clear where the momentum is — and where it isn’t.

Still, matches like this sometimes produce surprises. A desperate side can be dangerous, especially at home. But Wolves will need a level of performance they haven’t shown all year.

Starting XI’s Both Managers’ Name Strong Lineups

Wolves XI

Johnstone; Hoever, Mosquera, Agbadou, Toti, Wolfe; André, Krejčí, Bellegarde; Arias, Strand Larsen.

Man United XI

Lammens; Mazraoui, Heaven, Shaw; Amad, Fernandes, Casemiro, Dalot; Mbeumo, Mount, Cunha.

Wolves are trying a more compact midfield to slow the pace of the match, while United are opting for an aggressive attacking trio behind Cunha.

How to Watch Wolves vs Man United TV Channels & Streaming

• U.S.: USA Network via YouTube TV (21-day free trial)

• U.K.: Sky Sports

• Worldwide: Stream securely using a VPN such as NordVPN

Kickoff is Monday, December 8

• 8:00 p.m. GMT

• 3:00 p.m. ET

• 12:00 p.m. PT

• 6:00 a.m. AEST (Tuesday)

Prediction: Can Wolves Shock United Again?

Realistically, this match looks set to follow the form book. Wolves are struggling to create chances, while United thrive away from Old Trafford.

Predicted Score: Wolves 0–2 Man United

But football has plenty of surprises, and Wolves must treat this as a must-win.

Final Note

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