Manchester United have made a strong start to the year, and with a big 7 goal clash against Wolves, they have also uncovered their latest star from the academy, with the biggest talking point of this clash coming from teenager Kobbie Mainoo, who has shown a top level of composure and quality in the United team, which was summed up in the closing stages of the Premier League clash.

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Teams

Wolverhampton Wanderers: Sa, Gomes (Gomes 82′), Dawson, Kilman, Doyle (Fraser 82′), Lemina, Doherty (Ait Nouri 54′), Semedo, Cunha, Neto, Bellegarde (Sarabia 63′)

Subs: Bentley, Bueno, Bueno, Hodge, Chirewa

Manchester United: Onana, Shaw, Martinez (Maguire 86′), Varane, Dalot, Casemiro (McTominay 73′), Mainoo, Rashford (Antony 73′), Fernandes, Garnacho (Evans 90′), Hojlund (Forson 86′)

Subs: Bayindir, Kambwala, Amad, Eriksen

Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-4 Manchester United

It was fireworks at Molineux as Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester United treated fans to a seven-goal thriller. United struck early through Marcus Rashford, who curled a superb finish into the corner after just five minutes. Rasmus Højlund doubled the lead with a clever finish following a slick attacking move, leaving Wolves stunned and the travelling Red Army in full voice. The first half belonged to United, who looked comfortable and in control, but as always in football, the story was far from over.

The second half saw Wolves mount a spirited fightback. Pedro Neto won a penalty after a challenge in the box, and Pablo Sarabia calmly converted to give the hosts renewed hope. United responded swiftly as Scott McTominay nodded home from a corner to restore their two-goal cushion. Wolves refused to give in, though, with Max Kilman bundling in a goal at the far post, and then Neto firing what looked like a dramatic equaliser deep into stoppage time, sending the home fans into raptures.

Yet it was Manchester United who had the final word. Just moments after Neto’s strike, young Kobbie Mainoo displayed remarkable composure, dribbling past defenders and curling a sublime finish past José Sá. The away supporters erupted as Wolves’ incredible comeback fell just short. For United, it was a hard-fought but vital victory; for Wolves, a heroic effort that ended in heartbreak, leaving everyone at Molineux reflecting on what might have been.

Talking Points

Manchester United made a flying start at Molineux, taking control of the game early. Marcus Rashford opened the scoring with a clinical finish, and Rasmus Højlund doubled the lead before halftime, leaving Wolves chasing the game. United’s attacking efficiency and early dominance looked set to secure a comfortable away win, with their high pressing and quick transitions putting the Wolves defence under constant pressure.

Wolves staged an impressive comeback in the second half, showing resilience and determination. Pedro Neto won a penalty that Pablo Sarabia converted to bring the score back to 2-1, and Max Kilman later scored to make it 3-3. The hosts’ late surge created a sense of drama and showcased Wolves’ ability to capitalize on United mistakes and push the Premier League giants to the wire.

The decisive moment came in stoppage time when Kobbie Mainoo’s composure and skill produced a stunning winner for United, snatching all three points in dramatic fashion. The match highlighted Manchester United’s resilience under pressure, while Wolves earned praise for their fighting spirit and attacking intent despite the heartbreak. Overall, it was a thrilling contest full of goals, momentum swings, and late drama that left fans on both sides breathless.