BETTING GUIDE:Chelsea Vs Wolverhampton Wanderers, match preview, team news and prediction
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The Blues have been inconsistent under Enzo Maresca this season but are showing growing signs of progress
Chelsea will look to continue their steady climb up the English Premier League table when they host Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening.
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The Blues have been inconsistent under Enzo Maresca this season, but are showing growing signs of progress, while Wolves arrive in West London in complete disarray after the dismissal of Vítor Pereira following their latest defeat.
With contrasting moods in both camps, this fixture offers Chelsea a golden chance to strengthen their top-four push, while the basement boys will be desperate for their first league win of the campaign.
A long mid-week trip to Azerbaijan ended in frustration for Chelsea, who could only manage a 2-2 draw against Qarabağ in the UEFA Champions League.
Despite Alejandro Garnacho’s late equaliser salvaging a point, the result was far from ideal for Maresca’s side, who missed an opportunity to tighten their grip on a knockout stage spot.
However, their recent domestic form offers some encouragement.
The Blues edged Tottenham 1-0 last weekend thanks to João Pedro’s goal - their third win in four Premier League games - and currently occupy seventh place, level on points with Manchester United but ahead on goal difference.
While they have shown attacking flair and tactical balance in recent weeks, Chelsea’s home record remains a cause for concern.
The Blues have lost two of their last three Premier League fixtures at Stamford Bridge - as many defeats as in their previous 28 home league games combined (W19, D7).
Nonetheless, they have failed to score in just one of their last 34 home matches in all competitions, underlining their consistent threat in front of goal.
In contrast, Wolves’ troubles continue to deepen.
Their 3-0 humiliation at Fulham last weekend marked their fourth successive defeat in all competitions and their third consecutive Premier League loss, extending their winless streak in the top flight to 14 matches (D3, L11).
Sitting bottom of the table with just two points from ten games, the Old Gold have made one of the worst starts in Premier League history.
No side has ever survived relegation from such a low points total at this stage, making their trip to Stamford Bridge a daunting one.
Pereira’s sacking came as little surprise, given Wolves’ alarming statistics.
The team has spent a league-high 59.1% of their matches this season trailing, highlighting their lack of defensive stability and attacking threat.
The managerial duties for this clash will temporarily fall to academy coaches James Collins and Richard Walker, who face an uphill task to inspire a turnaround against a much stronger opponent.
Chelsea’s recent Premier League form (W3, L3 in their last six) may not look overly impressive on paper, but performances have shown signs of tactical maturity under Maresca.
The Blues have been losing for only 14.4% of their league minutes this season - the second-best figure in the division - reflecting their improved game management and control.
Their progressive 4-3-3 setup, featuring fluid midfield rotations and aggressive full-back play, has been key to their growing consistency.
By contrast, Wolves’ tactical issues have been glaring.
The Old Gold have struggled to maintain compactness and rarely sustain possession, often resorting to deep defensive blocks that invite pressure.
Their attack has been blunt, with just seven goals scored in ten league matches, and their first halves have been chaotic - averaging 1.8 goals per game, the highest in the Premier League this season.
Away from home, their record is dismal, losing four of their five trips without scoring (D1).
Maresca’s injury concerns continue to pile up.
Midfielder Romeo Lavia was forced off after just eight minutes against Qarabağ with a fresh thigh injury and is now sidelined indefinitely.
He joins a lengthy absentee list that includes; Cole Palmer, Levi Colwill, Dario Essugo, and Benoît Badiashile.
However, there is positive news with Pedro Neto expected to recover from a minor knock and face his former club, adding pace and creativity on the right wing.
Liam Delap, who missed last weekend’s win at Spurs due to suspension, is also back in contention and could feature from the start after coming off the bench in midweek.
For Wolves, defensive issues continue to haunt them.
Emmanuel Agbadou is suspended following his red card against Fulham and joins Matt Doherty, Leon Chiwome, and Rodrigo Gomes on the sidelines.
Ladislav Krejci may be forced into a deeper role to cover at the back, while Andre, Joao Gomes, and Jackson Tchatchoua are pushing for recalls after poor performances from the starting XI at Craven Cottage.
Chelsea have dominated this fixture historically, particularly at home.
Wolves have won just one of their 11 Premier League away meetings with the Blues (D3, L7), that solitary success coming in a shock 4-2 victory at Stamford Bridge in February 2024.
However, recent encounters have been high-scoring affairs, with a remarkable 25 goals shared across the last four meetings in all competitions, including Chelsea’s 4-3 EFL Cup triumph in late October.
Key Pointers
Chelsea have failed to score in only one of their last 34 home matches.
Wolves have gone 14 Premier League games without a win, their longest top-flight drought since 2013.
João Pedro has been directly involved in six goals in his last nine league appearances (3 goals, 3 assists), with all his goals coming before half-time.
Jørgen Strand Larsen remains Wolves’ main attacking outlet, with six of his last seven goals arriving in the second half of matches.
Only Fulham (140) have committed more fouls than Wolves (134) this season, reflecting their defensive disorganisation and frustration.
Chelsea’s superior quality, home advantage, and Wolves’ chaotic state all point toward a comfortable evening for the hosts.
The Blues’ defensive solidity and attacking rhythm under Maresca have been growing, while Wolves’ inability to keep clean sheets or find the net away from home makes them easy to back against.
However, the “new manager bounce” effect cannot be completely ruled out, particularly with Wolves’ interim coaches potentially opting for a more cautious setup.
Still, the gulf in form and confidence is evident.
Expect Chelsea to dominate possession, create multiple chances, and eventually break through a fragile Wolves defence.
Given both sides’ tendency for open games in recent meetings, goals are likely at both ends, but Chelsea’s firepower should prevail.
Prediction; Both Teams to Score (Yes)
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