Manchester City vs Wolves: Manchester City will host Wolverhampton Wanderers in match week 35 of the English Premier League 2024-25 at the Etihad Stadium. City, currently in a tight race for a UEFA Champions League spot, will look to maintain their winning form. Wolves, despite their struggles this season, come into this match with a strong unbeaten run. The previous encounter between these two sides saw Manchester City come out on top.
Manchester City vs Wolves: Match Time and Date
The match will take place on Friday night for international viewers and early Saturday morning for Nepali fans. Kickoff times are as follows:
- Nepali Time: 12:45 AM, Saturday, May 3
- Indian Time: 12:30 AM, Saturday, May 3
- UAE Time: 11:00 PM, Friday, May 2
- USA Time: 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT, Friday, May 2
Current Form:
- Manchester City: D-W-W-W-W
- Wolves: W-W-W-W-W
Manchester City vs Wolves: Players to Watch
- Omar Marmoush (Manchester City): The Egyptian forward has been important for Manchester City, contributing to the team’s attacking play and helping create space in the opponent’s defense.
- Matheus Cunha (Wolves): The Brazilian forward has been in stellar form, scoring 15 goals and providing 6 assists in 29 league appearances this season. He will be a key player for Wolves.
Manchester City vs Wolves: Head-to-Head Stats
The two sides have faced off 20 times, with Manchester City winning 13 and Wolves winning 4. There have been 3 draws. City have won 4 of their last 5 encounters against Wolves.
Team News and Injuries:
- Manchester City: Erling Haaland, John Stones, Nathan Ake, and Rodri are all injured and will miss the match.
- Wolves: Yerson Mosquera, Enso Gonzalez, and three other players are sidelined due to injury. Sam Johnstone’s participation depends on his fitness.
Predicted Lineups:
- Manchester City (4-4-2): Ederson (GK); Nunes, Dias, Akanji, Gvardiol; Silva, Gundogan, Kovacic; Savinho; De Bruyne, Marmoush
- Wolves (3-4-2-1): Jose Sa (GK); Doherty, Agbadou, Toti Gomes; Semedo, Joao Gomes, Andre, Ait-Nouri; Munetsi, Cunha; Larsen
Match Prediction:
Both teams are in strong form, but with both sides possessing attacking power, the match is likely to end in a draw.
Predicted Score: Manchester City 2-2 Wolves
Where to Watch Live:
- India & Nepal: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports
- USA: NBC Sports
- Nigeria: SuperSport
- UAE: beIN Sports
