Premier League GW22 - Wolves vs Man United

Wolves vs Man United | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Molineux saw a thrilling match between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers that promised twists and turns in an exciting match. A thrilling matchup was anticipated as both sides came into the game looking to move up the Premier League standings.

Wolves:

After going three games without a loss and eliminating their local rivals West Brom from the FA Cup in their most recent match, Wolves, who are currently ranked eleventh, seem to have put a bad first half of the season behind them. After a contentious loss to United at Old Trafford on the first weekend of the season, Gary O'Neil's team will move up to ninth place in the standings if they repay the favour and win all three points today.

Man United:

At Rodney Parade, the Red Devils defeated Newport 4-2 thanks to two goals in the second half. By avoiding a potentially disastrous draw, they advanced to the FA Cup's fifth round. Now that they are chasing their first Premier League win of 2024, the visitors simply need a point to move up above Newcastle and Brighton in the standings. However, an eight-goal swing would be necessary to move West Ham up to sixth place.

Line ups:

WOLVES (3-4-2-1): Jose Sa; Maximilian Kilman, Chris Dawson, Toti Gomes; Nelson Semedo, Mario Lemina, Tommy Doyle, Matt Doherty; Pedro Neto, Matheus Cunha; Jean-Ricner Bellegarde.

WOLVES SUBS: Dan Bentley, Rayan Ait-Nouri, Santiago Bueno, Joao Gomes, Hugo Bueno, Pablo Sarabia, Joe Hodge, Tawanda Chirewa. Nathan Fraser.

MANCHESTER UNITED (4-2-3-1): Andre Onana; Diogo Dalot, Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw; Kobbie Mainoo, Casemiro; Alejandro Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford; Rasmus Hojlund.

MANCHESTER UNITED SUBS: Altay Bayindir, Harry Maguire, Christian Eriksen, Amad Diallo, Antony, Jonny Evans, Scott McTominay, Willy Kambwala, Omari Forson.

Molineux Stadium | Picture Credits: Lime Venue Portfolio

First Half: Rashford's Early Brilliance and Hojlund's Impact

Manchester United took an early lead in the fifth minute, setting off a furious contest. Rasmus Hojlund was discovered by Diogo Dalot with accuracy, and he skillfully helped Marcus Rashford. The Englishman's first-time effort was useless for Wolves custodian Jose Sa, going into the top-left corner. In the 22nd minute, Luke Shaw's deflected cross found Hojlund, who finished clinically to increase United's advantage to 2-0. This furthered United's dominance.

Even though Wolves made sporadic raids, United was clearly in charge, with Rashford, Hojlund, and Fernandes planning hazardous raids. Wolves failed to match the Red Devils' intensity, and at the end of the first half they were behind 2-0.

Manchester United was clearly superior at halftime, as seen by their two-goal lead, and Wolves would have to fight hard to make a comeback. The visitors shown their ability to attack as well as their defensive toughness, giving Wolves few opportunities.

Second Half: Penalty Drama and McTominay's Impact

The persistent offensive threat from United opened the second half. Fernandes fired a shot in the 47th minute, but Chris Dawson of Wolves bravely blocked it. Lisandro Martinez's goal-line clearance a few moments later kept Wolves from having a chance.

Sa's magnificent stop in the 55th minute kept Wolves' hopes alive by thwarting Hojlund's close-range attempt. When Wolves were given a penalty in the 68th minute, the game abruptly changed. Neto was tripped in the box as a result of Mario Lemina's build-up play, and Pablo Sarabia scored to cut the lead to 2-1.

United came back quickly, and in the 75th minute, substitute Scott McTominay scored a well-placed header from Fernandes' corner to restore the two-goal lead.

At Molineux, the last few minutes unleashed mayhem. Wolves' hopes were revived at 3-2 in the 85th minute by a close-range goal by Max Kilman. Pedro Neto's single goal in stoppage time completed an incredible comeback, tying the game at three points.

But the game's ultimate twist occurred in the 90th+7 minute when Omari Forson, then 18 years old, went on an enthralling run and slipped past Wolves' defence to give Manchester United a thrilling 4-3 triumph. In a match that exceeded all expectations, United triumphed, and mayhem broke out in the away end.

Unforgettable Premier League Drama

Manchester United upset resilient Wolves 4-3 in a match that demonstrated the unpredictable nature of the Premier League. A remarkable victory was secured by Hojlund's influence, Rashford's early goal, and McTominay and Forson's late heroics. Fans were ecstatic as Molineux witnessed football at its most unpredictable, proving to us all why the Premier League is praised for its drama.

Rashford scored within 5 minutes as the game started and showcased Man United's dominance in the game | Picture Credits: The Independent

Hojlund scored a goal and doubled Man United's lead to 2-0 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Sarabia scored a goal through penalty and kept Wolves hopes alive | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

McTominay celebrating after he scored United's 3rd goal | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Kilman scored a goal for the Wolves and brought the score to 3-2 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website