After sweeping past Nottingham Forest 2-0 to book a third consecutive FA Cup final, Manchester City must shift focus back to the Premier League. With just a few matches left, Pep Guardiola’s side is in a fierce battle to finish in the top five and return to the UEFA Champions League next season.
Liverpool may have stolen their crown, but City’s recent league form shows they’re not giving up easily. Three straight wins have put destiny in their own hands, and now they return to the Etihad, where another victory would mark their longest winning streak at home this season.
🐺 Red-Hot Wolves Pose Serious Threat
Wolves arrive with a serious bite. Vítor Pereira’s men have been on fire, notching up six wins in their last six games – the best form in the Premier League right now. A 3-0 thrashing of Leicester the previous weekend confirmed this is their best winning run in the top flight since 1970!
They’ve also tasted success on the road, having recently defeated Manchester United at Old Trafford. However, one key weakness remains – Wolves have lost all nine games against the Premier League’s current top-five teams. Can they break that curse against City?
📊 Head-to-Head: Etihad Dominance Continues?
Manchester City have dominated recent home games against Wolves, winning three of the last four by margins of three goals or more. That history, combined with their winning momentum, gives the home side a psychological edge.
But beware! City’s rare stumbles at the Etihad this season have come against bottom-half teams, and Wolves will be looking to pounce if the hosts get complacent.
🔥 Players to Watch
- Josko Gvardiol (Man City): The Croatian defender isn’t just rock-solid at the back – he’s a significant aerial threat. His goal in the FA Cup semi-final was his sixth this season, and three of his recent strikes have been headers.
- Matheus Cunha (Wolves): Wolves’ attacking spearhead is chasing history. With 21 goal involvements (15 goals, 6 assists), he’s close to breaking Raúl Jiménez’s club record of 23 in a Premier League season.
⚡ Stat Attack
- Manchester City have won a league-high six matches after conceding first, showing incredible fighting spirit.
- Wolves have not earned a single point against top-five opposition this season (L9).
- City are unbeaten in their last five Premier League home games.
💡 Prediction: Manchester City 3-1 Wolves
Wolves may be in red-hot form, but City at the Etihad is a different beast. Pep’s men know they can’t afford to slip as the Champions League race tightens. Expect the Citizens to come out strong, control the tempo, and capitalize on the Wolves’ poor top-five record.
Gvardiol might find the net again, while Haaland or Foden should provide the attacking firepower to overwhelm the visitors. Wolves might get on the scoresheet, but the three points are likely to stay in Manchester.
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