Wolves and Chelsea are scheduled to meet in the next round of the EFL Cup on Wednesday, 29 October.
Can the hosts keep their good run in this competition alive or will Chelsea put an end to it? Read our Wolves vs Chelsea prediction to find that out, but don't forget to also look at our other EFL Cup predictions.
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Wolves vs Chelsea prediction: Another loss for Wolverhampton
Key Stats
- In the last four H2H meetings between these teams, we saw at least three goals with both teams scoring.
- Chelsea have averaged 3.11 total goals per game in the Premier League this season, while Wolves have averaged 2.89 total goals per game.
- Tyrique George had a goal and an assist in Chelsea's only EFL Cup game this season.
Correct score prediction: Wolves 1-3 Chelsea
While Wolves are bound to take this game more seriously than Chelsea, who will likely field a team of reserves, we still don't see the hosts winning this match.
In fact, Chelsea's young guys and reserves have plenty of quality and with Wolves struggling mightily this season, we expect another disappointment for their fans on Wednesday.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies backing up Chelsea to win
- HOME: 16/5 (4.20) – 23.80%
- DRAW: 10/3 (4.33) – 23.10%
- AWAY: 4/6 (1.67) – 60.00%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
We can see from these Wolves vs Chelsea odds that the guests are the expected winners, which makes sense considering how poor Wolves have been in the league this season.
In any case, if you liked our predictions for this game, remember to also check our betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: A close matchup
In the last five meetings between these teams, we saw Wolves win three times, while Chelsea have won the other two games. Things are similarly close even if we look at their overall H2H record: 46-30-43 in favour of Chelsea.
England Premier League 20/01/25
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England Premier League 25/08/24
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Chelsea
England Premier League 04/02/24
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Wolverhampton
England Premier League 24/12/23
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Chelsea
England Premier League 08/04/23
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Chelsea
Wolves preview: Can the EFL Cup run save their season?
After nine rounds in this Premier League season, Wolverhampton are looking like the prime relegation candidate. They are currently at the very bottom of the standings, with just two points. However, while they weren't able to win any games in the league, they have managed to eliminate two Premier League teams from the EFL Cup – Everton and West Ham.
Meanwhile, Leon Chiwome is the only player on the team's injury list ahead of this match.
Predicted lineup: Johnstone (GK), Hoever, S. Bueno, Krejci, H. Bueno, Munetsi, Gomes, Andre, Arias, Larsen & Hwang
Last five matches
- Wolves 2-3 Burnley (Premier League)
- Sunderland 2-0 Wolves (Premier League)
- Wolves 1-1 Brighton (Premier League)
- Tottenham 1-1 Wolves (Premier League)
- Wolves 2-0 Everton (Premier League)
Chelsea preview: Trying to put the weekend behind them
It seemed that the Blues were getting into the groove with five wins in a row before they were shocked by Sunderland over the weekend, losing to the Saints at home. Still, it's been a good period for Chelsea lately and they should have enough firepower to beat Wolves on Wednesday, even if they are likely to mostly play their reserves.
Speaking of the squad, Levi Colwill, Benoit Badiashile, Dario Essugo, Liam Delap, and Cole Palmer are out with injuries, while Mykhaylo Mudryk is suspended.
Predicted lineup: Jorgensen (GK), Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Hato, Lavia, Santos, Gittens, Estevao, Garnacho & George
Last five matches
- Chelsea 1-2 Sunderland (Premier League)
- Chelsea 5-1 Ajax (Champions League)
- Nottingham Forest 0-3 Chelsea (Premier League)
- Chelsea 2-1 Liverpool (Premier League)
- Chelsea 1-0 Benfica (Premier League)
Player to watch: Tyrique George
The 19-year-old has been getting some playing time this season in all competitions, but so far his best performance was in the last EFL Cup round against Lincoln, where he pushed Chelsea to a win with a goal and an assist.
George is a big prospect at the club and he will once again lead the Blues on the offensive end against Wolves.