- Date and Time: Sunday, October 20, 2024. 2:00 PM GMT+1
- Venue: Molineux, Wolverhampton, England
| Odds via 22bet | |
| Wolverhampton vs Manchester City | October 20, 2:00 PM GMT+1 |
| Wolverhampton odds | 9.60 |
| Manchester City odds | 1.28 |
| Draw | 5.95 |
| Over\Under | Total 2,5: 1.40/2.57 |
Wolverhampton vs Manchester City Preview
Wolverhampton
The pressure will be on Gary O’Neill’s Wolverhampton this weekend, as the Black Country club sit bottom of the Premier League standings.
No side in the top flight currently boasts a worse defensive record than the hosts this weekend, which could be hard to overlook when making a Wolverhampton vs Manchester City prediction.
Their poor defensive record has continued across their last three, conceding ten over that period. More will also need to be done in the final third, as Wolverhampton have accumulated an xG of just 5.96 from open play this term.
| Recent Form (all competitions, most recent first) | L-L-L-L-D |
| Key Players to Watch | Matheus Cunha |
| Team Strengths | Can often deploy a professional deep-line against top teams |
| Team Weaknesses | Conceding far too many goals, not creating enough chances |
| Injuries and Suspensions | Hee-Chan Hwang (Ankle) Yerson Mosquera (Knee) Bastien Meupiyou (Muscle) Boubacar Traore (Knee) |
Manchester City
It has been business as usual for the champions this season, and they will be the standout Wolverhampton vs Manchester City prediction selection this weekend. Pep Guardiola’s side could move to the summit on Sunday if they are able to record a sixth win in eight matches.
A return to form was achieved before the international break, ending a two-game drawing sequence with a narrow win over Fulham.
Unsurprisingly, City boast an excellent xG from open play, accumulating a total of 10.49 this term. Meanwhile, they have also created clear chances from corners. City currently boasts an xG of 2.84 from set pieces.
| Recent Form (all competitions, most recent first) | W-D-D-W-W |
| Key Players to Watch | Erling Haaland |
| Team Strengths | World class talent in the final third |
| Team Weaknesses | Rarely keep clean sheets in the Premier League |
| Injuries and Suspensions | Rodri (ACL) Kevin De Bruyne (Groin) Nathan Ake (Hamstring) |
Wolverhampton vs Manchester City Head-to-Head Statistics
The head-to-head record makes for important reading before making a Wolverhampton vs Manchester City prediction. Guardiola’s side have won seven of their last eight against their rivals, with the only exception coming in the form of a shock defeat in this exact fixture last term.
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However, City have scored at least three goals against Wolverhampton in four of the last five Premier League meetings.
Wolverhampton vs Manchester City Player Focus
In the absence of Rodri, City needed a star to step up and replace the EURO 2024 winner. Mateo Kovacic has certainly taken his chance for the champions.
The former Chelsea star netted two important goals in the win against Fulham, and has registered over two shots per game in the Premier League this term. His importance in the City midfield can’t be overstated ahead of the trip to Wolverhampton.
Bet hereWolverhampton vs Manchester City Tactical Analysis
There will be a typical City feel to this match at Molineux on Sunday. Guardiola’s side will dominate the possession in their 4-3-3 formation, with Kovacic and Ilkay Gundogan likely to play the key roles in the middle of the field.
Wolverhampton could alter to a back five in front of their home fans, with a deep block likely to be adopted. However, with limited pace on the counter-attack, it remains to be seen whether they have the quality to pose any threat of the City defence.
Wolverhampton vs Manchester City Prediction
- Football pick: Manchester City to win
- Odds: 1.28 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Wolverhampton 0-2 Manchester City
There has been limited evidence so far this season to suggest that Wolverhampton have the ability to take points off the champions this weekend.
Manchester City showcased their excellent quality in the final third against Fulham before the international break. But, a more routine success is likely against their relegation-threatened rivals in the West Midlands this Saturday.
Wolverhampton vs Manchester City Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Jack Grealish to Score
- Odds: 4.5 (22Bet)
It was a positive international break for Jack Grealish. The winger gained important minutes for England, and netted in a comfortable win over Finland. His performance could see him handed a rare City start on Saturday, and he could be an interesting alternative to Erling Haaland in the scorer market after registering 1.66 shots per 90 in the Premier League this term.
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