Manchester City vs Wolves Prediction – 24.01.2026

Just a few days after a stunning defeat against Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League, Manchester City host Wolves in a game from the English Premier League. Pep Guardiola’s team have a task to get back on its feet after the humiliating defeat in Norway. Wolves, on the other hand, are unbeaten in their last four league matches – let’s see if they can make it five in a row.

Manchester City vs Wolves Tips

• 1X;
• Wolves Over 0.5 Goals;

Manchester City Preview and News

Losing against Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League, Josep Guardiola suffered one of the worst defeats in his whole career. Nobody expected that City could crumble against this small Norwegian club, but the Cityzens got totally dominated on the pitch, conceding three goals.

Now Guardiola shall make many changes against Wolves, especially in defence. The new signing, Marc Guehi, is expected to start in the back four, leading the defence in his first match. The young Max Alleyne is expected to sit on the bench. Meanwhile, Nathan Ake could return in the line-up as well – his experience would be important here.

Erling Haaland will try to end his 8-match goalless run across all competitions. City’s superstar desperately needs a goal here. But is he going to get it?

Wolves Preview and News

Wolverhampton Wanderers are enjoying a good run of four consecutive matches without a defeat in the Premier League. They are still in the relegation zone, though – 20th in the table with just 8 points won. Being 14 points behind the 17th Nottingham Forest, their survival looks impossible, but they are in decent form at the moment.

In their last match, Wolves hosted Newcastle United and secured a point with a 0-0 draw. Now they have a tough task ahead, though – a trip to the Etihad.

Toti and Chirewa Tawanda remain sidelined in Wolves’ squad. These two players are not ready to play at the moment.

Head-to-Head Matches

Manchester City have an advantage in the head-to-head records against Wolves – 52 wins to 46 for Wolves. These two teams have also drawn 24 times.

Manchester City vs Wolves Betting Preview

For Manchester City, it’s absolutely crucial to show good football and win this one against Wolves. Guardiola’s team needs to restore its confidence after their terrible performance in Bodø. Let’s see if the Cityzens can find themselves again here.