Ahead of Monday’s clash, we have the Chelsea vs Wolves preview, prediction, latest team news and confirmed lineups.
Chelsea vs Wolves Preview
The Blues have suffered a poor run of form in the Premier League over recent weeks, as Enzo Maresca’s side have failed to win any of their last five league matches.
Last time out, Chelsea were forced to come from behind and secure a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, thanks to a Reece James free kick.
Many had the Blues in the title rice alongside Liverpool and Arsenal after a tremendous start to the season, however, they now sit sixth in the table and 13 points off first place.
Wolves appeared to have turned a corner after appointing Vitor Pereira and winning their first two matches under new management.
However, they have failed to win from their last three league matches and suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to Newcastle last time around.
This poor run of form directly correlates to the absence of Matheus Cunha, who missed two matches through suspension before coming on at half-time against the Magpies.
Chelsea should be full of confidence on Monday evening as they have already picked up a 6-2 win over Wolves this season thanks to a Noni Madueke hat-trick.
Chelsea vs Wolves Team News
Chelsea’s defensive injury concerns are still in full flow for Monday night, as Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana are out of action.
Levi Colwill, Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez are both slights doubts but could be rushed back into action given Chesea’s reliance on the duo.
Trevor Chalobah was recalled to the Blues from Crystal Palace and could feature alongisde Colwill (injury permitting).
As for the visitors, Boubacar Traore, Toti Gomes and Yerson Mosquera are all unavailable, however, Matheus Cunha could be set for his first start since returning from suspension.
Enso Gonzalez and Sasa Kalajdzic are also out of Monday’s clash, meaning Vitor Pereira will have to radjust the front line.
Chelsea vs Wolves Predicted Lineups
Chelsea: Sanchez; James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Sancho; Jackson
Wolves: Sa; Doherty, Bueno, Agbadou; R Gomes, Andre, J Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Hwang, Cunha; Larsen
Chelsea vs Wolves Prediction
The Blues are huge favourites on UK betting sites despite a slight dip in form over recent weeks and Enzo Maresca will be hoping to get on track against Wolves.
With that in mind, we expect the hosts to pick up a comfortable victory on Monday evening and win by two cleat goals.
Prediction: Chelsea 3-1 Wolves
