Wolves vs Chelsea – Preview, Predictions and Best Bets

The Blues have won three straight league matches, whilst the hosts have lost 18 of their 24 league fixtures. Chelsea have won the last four meetings between these sides with 16 goals scored.

Wolves Form

Wolves sit on eight points after 24 rounds of action. After 18 matches, they had just two points to their name. A 12-match losing streak included 11 straight losses in the league and a 4-3 home defeat to Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. There has been an improvement shown of late.

A 1-1 draw at Man Utd was the nail in the coffin for Ruben Amorim. They drew 1-1 away at nine-man Everton before thrashing Shrewsbury 6-1 in the FA Cup with Jorgen Strand Larsen netting a hattrick. A hard-fought 0-0 home draw against Newcastle and a 2-0 defeat at Man City followed. They lost 2-0 at home to Bournemouth last time out despite a 17-9 shot count.

Wolves Team News

Toni Gomes is out injured in defence. Ladislav Krejci should return to the fold after a bout of flu. Striker Adam Armstrong and midfielder Angel Gomes moved to Molineux on deadline day and are set to make their debuts.

Jorgen Strand Larsen has been sold to Crystal Palace for a big fee. Jackson Tchatchoua is pushing for a recall at right wingback.

Wolves Motivation

Wolves are dead and buried and will be relegated. They would take a draw from this match.

Coach Rob Edwards is expected to play a back five to make life difficult for Chelsea.

Chelsea Form

Chelsea have six wins in eight matches under new coach Liam Rosenior. He oversaw a 5-1 win at Charlton before losing 3-2 at home to Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi-final first. A 2-0 home win vs Brentford and a 1-0 home win over Pafos followed.

The Blues won three straight matches after that. A 3-1 win at Crystal Palace and 3-2 win at Napoli followed in the Champions League having trailed 2-1. They came from 2-0 down to beat West Ham 3-2 at home. On Tuesday, they conceded late to lose 1-0 at Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg.

Chelsea Team News

Levi Colwill and Tosin Adarabioyo remain out injured in defence. Reece James should shake off a knock to start at right back, but winger Jamie Gittens is out.

Dario Essugo and Romeo Lavia are injured in the engine room. Estevao Willian is available after compassionate leave and Pedro Neto should be fit to start against his former club.

Chelsea Motivation

The Blues are picking up some good results of late. Their performance levels are a concern, but this is a must-win match.

They will have plenty of possession and know that Wolves are going to play on the break.

Key Stats

• Wolves have lost 18 of their 24 EPL matches
• Wolves have lost their last 4 matches vs Chelsea (16 goals conceded)
• Chelsea have won 6 of their last 8 matches
• Chelsea have kept just 2 clean sheets in their last 14 matches (Both Teams Scored in 11/14)
• Chelsea’s Joao Pedro has scored 5 goals in his last 5 matches

Verdict

The Blues should win this game, but they’re likely to concede a goal at Molineux.

Best Bet: Chelsea win at 1.68

Value Bet: Chelsea win and both teams to score at 3.30

Goalscorer Tip: Joao Pedro to score anytime at 2.70