13:29
By the way: On the Manchester side, there is only one particularly prominent name on the bench – Rashford. However, it is not entirely clear why coach ten Hag is leaving the world championship driver outside. Let’s see if it helps or hurts his team’s game.
13:03
The fight for the Champions League ranks is just as undecided – and the Red Devils on the other hand would of course like to have a say. They are currently one point apart from Tottenham Hotspur, who are one position better, but they have also played a game less. A win could not only oust Spurs, but also bring them within three points of city rivals Manchester City, who are second.
12:49 p.m
It was an immensely important victory for the Wolves to clinch on Boxing Day. Under new coach Julen Lopetegui, they won in added time at Everton, coached by Frank Lampard (2-1). They jumped to 18th place in the classification and are only one point away from the saving bank. In the exciting English relegation battle, nothing has been decided yet.
12:34
Hello and welcome to Premier League Matchday 18! Relegation-threatened Wolverhampton Wanderers face Manchester United. Kick-off is at 1:30 p.m.