Manchester United delivered a strong performance with a 4-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday, a result which elevates them to sixth place in the Premier League standings. Meanwhile, Wolverhampton’s woes continue as they now sit at the bottom of the league table, further intensifying their struggles this season.
The match saw Wolves’ supporters expressing their frustration towards the club’s Chinese ownership under Fosun, with chants echoing through the stands during the first half. Tensions rose after United captain Bruno Fernandes scored the opening goal in the 25th minute. Despite the early setback, Wolves managed to show determination, equalizing just before halftime with a goal from Jean-Ricner Bellegarde.
However, the second half belonged to Manchester United. Bryan Mbeumo restored their lead with a simple tap-in in the 52nd minute, followed by Mason Mount scoring shortly after to make it 3-1. Fernandes then secured the victory by converting a penalty after a VAR review confirmed a handball incident.
While the nine minutes of stoppage time were announced, the remaining Wolves supporters continued to voice their discontent as their team faced its eighth consecutive league defeat. With only two points from 15 matches, Wolves are now perilously situated, 13 points from safety. They are at risk of matching the lowest points total in Premier League history, a record currently belonging to Derby County, who finished with just 11 points in the 2007-08 season.
This defeat highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Wolves this season, and they urgently need to find a solution to avoid further decline. On the other hand, Manchester United is gaining momentum under manager Ruben Amorim, showcasing promising form that bodes well for their ambitions in the current campaign.