Wolves are set to play their first game since the departure of manager Vitor Pereira after he was dismissed of his duties following a 3-0 defeat away to Fulham in the Premier League last time out. The Wanderers travel to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea on Saturday night.
The Blues also had a disappointing result last time out, drawing 2-2 away in Qarabag in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) in midweek. Nonetheless, Chelsea should still be strong favourites to emerge from this clash with all three points at home against the division’s bottom side.
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Chelsea vs Wolves prediction: Wanderers to remain winless?
Key stats
- Chelsea have won six of their last eight games in total in all competitions.
- Wolves are in the middle of a four-match losing streak in all competitions.
- Chelsea have won the previous three H2Hs.
Correct score prediction: Chelsea 3-1 Wolves
Given their superior form and home advantage, we are not expecting Chelsea to slip up again at Stamford Bridge after recently losing 2-1 to newly-promoted Sunderland. Wolves look doomed for relegation as it stands, and currently without a manager, it would be a real shock if the Old Gold got a result here.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Chelsea clear favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 4/11 (1.36) – 73.3%
- DRAW: 4/1 (5.00) – 20.0%
- AWAY: 13/2 (7.50) – 13.3%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, Chelsea have been installed as the big favourites with bookmakers to claim all three points on home soil. A draw can still be backed at 20%, while a Wolves victory on their travels is deemed highly unlikely at just over 13%.
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Most recent H2Hs: Chelsea aiming for four in a row
As mentioned before, Chelsea have won the previous three H2Hs. They have scored a total of 13 goals across those encounters too, suggesting that the Blues could fill their boots here once again.
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Chelsea preview: Familiar faces to return?
After making several changes for their UCL clash in midweek, Enzo Maresca is expected to revert back to a more familiar starting XI here. Cole Palmer is among the longer-term injury absentees.
Predicted lineup: Sanchez (GK); James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Estevao, Pedro, Garnacho & Delap
Last five results:
- Qarabag 2-2 Chelsea
- Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea
- Wolves 3-4 Chelsea
- Chelsea 1-2 Sunderland
- Chelsea 5-1 Ajax
Wolves preview: Agbadou suspended
Emmanuel Agbadou is suspended for Wolves after picking up a red card recently. Matt Doherty is among the injury absentees.
Predicted lineup: Johnstone (GK); Tchatchoua, Bueno, Krejci, Bueno; Munetsi, Andre, Gomes; Arias, Strand Larsen & Hwang
Last five results:
- Fulham 3-0 Wolves
- Wolves 3-4 Chelsea
- Wolves 2-3 Burnley
- Sunderland 2-0 Wolves
- Wolves 1-1 Brighton
Player to watch: Estevao
Estevao was a standout player for Chelsea against Qarabag, netting a fine opening goal after cutting inside on his left foot. The young Brazilian has also had promising moments in the Premier League, and will no doubt cause Wolves problems at Stamford Bridge.