Get ready for an intense matchup as Wolves host Manchester City in the Premier League. Key injuries and team updates ahead of kickoff.
This afternoon, Manchester City kicks off their Premier League season with a crucial match against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux Stadium. Both teams are eager to set the tone for the campaign after stumbling through last season. The kickoff is set for 5:30 PM BST.
Are you ready for some football?
Match Preview
City, who wrapped up last season in third place, are hungry for redemption after finishing without any trophies. Manager Pep Guardiola has made some savvy signings this summer, bringing in talents like Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki, and Rayan Ait-Nouri.
Speaking of Ait-Nouri, he’ll be facing his former club today—doesn’t that add an extra layer of excitement to the matchup?
On the flip side, Wolves are feeling the sting of losing their star player, Matheus Cunha, to Manchester United.
But it’s not all doom and gloom; they’ve strengthened their squad with new faces like Fer Lopez and David Moller Wolfe. This match is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter in the Black Country, with both teams aiming to kick off their season on a high note.
Team News and Injuries
As we approach kickoff, both teams are facing injury woes. For City, key midfielder Rodri is sidelined with a significant injury he picked up during the Club World Cup. Guardiola has hinted that Rodri might not see much action in the early Premier League matches but is optimistic about his recovery after the international break.
Then there’s Phil Foden, who is racing against time to recover from an ankle issue. Mateo Kovacic is definitely out with a calf problem, and Josko Gvardiol is still being assessed after taking a knock. Also, winger Savinho will miss the match due to injury. Tough break for City, right?
On the Wolves side, defender Yerson Mosquera is back in action after a lengthy injury layoff, and new signing Jhon Arias is set to make his competitive debut. Manager Vitor Pereira is counting on Arias to help fill the creative void left by Cunha’s exit. Will he be able to step up?
Head-to-Head History
The history between Wolves and Manchester City is more competitive than you might think. However, recent matchups have swung heavily in City’s favor. Wolves enjoyed a strong run against City in 2019 with three consecutive victories, but they’ve struggled since, winning just one out of their last ten encounters. Their last victory over City was back in September 2023 at Molineux—a result they’d love to replicate today.
Historically, Wolves have claimed victory 50 times against City, while City has won 57 times, with 25 matches ending in draws. Last season, City managed to edge out Wolves in both encounters, winning by narrow margins. Can Wolves turn the tide today?
Matchday Details
The match is set to kick off at 5:30 PM BST at Molineux Stadium. Fans can catch all the live action on Sky Sports, starting at 5 PM BST. Will you be tuning in?
As we count down to kickoff, stay tuned for live updates, team news, and predictions on what promises to be a thrilling start to the Premier League season. Let’s get ready for some action!
