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Wolfsburg Beat Manchester United 5–2 to Stay on UWCL Course After Popp Knee Scare

Nine points from four games strengthen the push to advance, with Real Madrid then Chelsea next as Popp's status awaits assessment.

Overview

  • Wolfsburg overturned an early Fridolina Rolfö opener with braces from Ella Peddemors and Lineth Beerensteyn before Vivien Endemann added a stoppage‑time fifth.
  • Melvine Malard scored for Manchester United, who suffered their first Ligaphase defeat after three straight wins with only one goal conceded previously.
  • Captain Alexandra Popp left hobbling with a right‑knee problem around the hour mark, with the club yet to provide a medical update.
  • The win lifts Wolfsburg to nine points from four Ligaphase matches, keeping them well placed to progress to the knockout rounds.
  • Attendance at Volkswagen Arena was 3,817, and the remaining fixtures are Real Madrid away on 9 December and Chelsea at home on 17 December.