Martinez Set to Spearhead Man Utd's Charge Against Wolves Following Newcastle Triumph
Manchester United's December Premier League campaign has delivered varied results––securing two victories, drawing twice, and suffering one loss, with that sole defeat coming at the hands of impressive Aston Villa.
Their closing fixture of 2025 presents an opportunity to finish strongly, welcoming a struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers side to Old Trafford. United previously demolished Wolves 4-1 away at Molineux this month, and Ruben Amorim's squad will be optimistic about duplicating that performance.
The Red Devils enter this encounter following an excellent 1-0 triumph over Newcastle United, whereas Wolves continue their winless Premier League campaign, having dropped all three fixtures since their comprehensive loss to United.
In what appears to be a comfortable home victory, here's how Manchester United might set up against the division's bottom team.
Man Utd Predicted Lineup vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers (3-4-2-1)
GK: Senne Lammens—The promising goalkeeper recorded only his second shutout since arriving at United this summer against Newcastle, and he'll be targeting a third versus Wolves, despite failing to achieve it in their previous meeting.
CB: Lisandro Martínez—Starting his first match of the campaign against Newcastle, Martínez contributed to United's first clean sheet since October. Pure chance? Doubtful. He's an essential selection.
CB: Ayden Heaven—With De Ligt and Maguire unavailable, Heaven has performed excellently in central defense. Both experienced defenders are close to returning, but Amorim has little incentive to hurry them back for the Wolves match.
CB: Luke Shaw—The seasoned defender has been consistently present this season, featuring in all 18 Premier League matches thus far. Anticipate him reaching 19 appearances against Wolves.
RWB: Diogo Dalot—The Portuguese defender performed solidly at right back during the Newcastle victory after Amorim tested the formation, but he should resume his customary right-sided role against Wolves, particularly following United's commanding 4-1 success with three center-backs this month.
CM: Casemiro—The Brazilian midfielder has excelled for United this campaign, delivering vital goals and dominating the center. His comeback from suspension against Newcastle proved valuable, and he's anticipated to control the midfield once more versus Wolves.
CM: Manuel Ugarte—With Bruno Fernandes unavailable until the New Year and Kobbie Mainoo also injured, Ugarte, despite struggling this season, remains virtually the sole alternative midfield choice.
LWB: Patrick Dorgu—Impressive during the Aston Villa defeat and netting the decisive goal as an improvised winger against Newcastle, Dorgu will seek to maintain his momentum versus Wolves, probably reverting to his preferred left wing-back role. However, expect continued attacking freedom.
AM: Matheus Cunha—With two strikes and one assist across his previous four appearances, Cunha has elegantly addressed the creative void left by Bruno Fernandes' unavailability.
AM: Mason Mount—Mount was withdrawn at the interval against Newcastle. Amorim will want to handle the injury-susceptible Englishman carefully, but he wasn't definitively ruled out when the manager spoke to media on Monday and alternatives are scarce, so he might start once more.
ST: Benjamin Šeško—With Joshua Zirkzee potentially departing, a healthy Šeško represents the obvious primary striker option. Following several quiet performances, Wolves offer an ideal opportunity for him to score.
