Wolves vs Manchester City Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26

The Cityzens came out on top to defeat the Wolves when these clubs last clashed.

Wolverhampton Wanderers are all set to host Manchester City in the match week 1 fixture of the 2025-26 English Premier League edition. Molineux Stadium is all set to witness the clash between these sides.

The Wolves will be at home, but they will not be feeling fully confident here. Their pre-season run has been poor. Wolverhampton Wanderers have lost all of their last three matches and their opening game of the new season is against Man City, which is going to be a tough affair for them.

Despite being away from home, the Pep Guardiola-led side will be feeling confident. They have secured some positive results in their last three games against the Wolves. Manchester City only took part in a single pre-season game and grabbed an easy win. The Cityzens will be keen on beginning their new season on a positive note.

Kick-off:

• Location: Wolverhampton, England
• Stadium: Molineux Stadium
• Date: Saturday, August 16
• Kick-off Time: 10:00 p.m. IST/ 04:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 p.m. PT
• Referee: Jarred Gillett
• VAR: In use

Players to Watch

Strand Larsen (Wolves)

Strand Larsen scored a total of 14 goals and also grabbed four assists during the Premier League 2024-25 season. He was the most consistent player for his side and will be looking to come up with strong performances from the start of the season. Larsen will also be looking to step up and help his side in the attacking front.

Erling Haaland (Man City)

The Norwegian striker will once again lead the attacking front for Manchester City. After having a decent season, Erling Haaland will be back in action and will be looking to start the new campaign on a positive note. He is going to be a menace to the opponent’s defence.

Match Facts

• Man City are on a three-match winning streak against the Wolves.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers are on a three-match losing streak.
• Manchester City have scored 12 goals in the last five matches against Wolves.

Wolves vs Manchester City: Betting Tips and Odds

• Man City to win @10/21 Coral
• Erling Haaland to score @3/1 Skybet
• Goals over 3.5 @13/8 bet365

Injury and Team News

Wolves will be without the services of Enso Gonzalez as he is injured.

Mateo Kovacic will not be in action for Man City as he is injured. They will also miss out on the services of Josko Gvardiol and Savinho. Phil Foden and Rodri are fit; however, whether they play or not will be decided by Pep Guardiola.

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Head-to-Head

Total matches: 132

Wolves won: 50

Man City won: 57

Draws: 25

Predicted Lineups

Wolves predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Jose Sa (GK); Doherty, Agbadou, Toti Gomes; Hoever, Andre, Joao Gomes, Wolfe; Lopez, Arias; Larsen

Man City predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Ederson (GK); Nunes, Stones, Dias, Ait Nouri; Gundogan, Reijnders; Bobb, Cherki, Marmoush; Haaland

Match Prediction

The Cityzens do have a quality squad and will take advantage of the poor form of the Wolves. Manchester City are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Wolverhampton Wanderers in their opening Premier League 2025-26 game.

Prediction: Wolves 1-3 Man City

Telecast Details

India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports

USA: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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