Both Wolves and Chelsea are looking for their first win of the new season when they face off at Molineux on Sunday.
Wolves suffered a loss versus Arsenal, while Enzo Maresca’s first competitive game in charge of the Blues ended in defeat against the defending champions, Manchester City.
Match Preview
Wolves recent form
Wolves had a mixed pre-season, winning two and losing two. They defeated West Ham and RB Leipzig but lost against Crystal Palace and Rayo Vallecano.
Their Premier League opener proved a daunting task – an away fixture against Arsenal – and they came up short in a 2-0 loss.
Wolves injury news
Enso Gonzalez, Leon Chiwone and Sasa Kalajdzic are all out with injury, while Nelson Semedo is suspended. The Portuguese right-back will return next week.
Last Wolves starting XI
Chelsea recent form
Chelsea have been rather uninspiring in their opening two games of the season, with Man City winning with relative comfort at Stamford Bridge.
On Thursday, they secured a 2-0 home win against Servette in Europa Conference League Qualifying, but the fans wanted more and let their discontent be known from the stands.
Chelsea injury news
Reece James is definitely out for Chelsea, while there are some concerns over the fitness of Cole Palmer, who has a thigh issue.
It is likely the England international will be involved in some capacity, though.
Last Chelsea starting XI
Wolves vs Chelsea – who is the referee and VAR?
Referee: Darren England
Assistants: Nick Greenhalgh, Constantine Hatzidakis
Fourth official: Rob Jones
VAR: John Brooks
Assistant VAR: Gary Beswick
Wolves – Player to Watch?
Matheus Cunha wasn’t fully fit last weekend so only managed an appearance off the bench against Arsenal. He should be good to go from the start for this one.
Chelsea – Player to Watch?
Christopher Nkunku opened the scoring against Servette and with a first goal of the season under his belt, that should give him the impetus to kick on.
Chelsea to win and Over 2.5 Goals Scored
Chelsea have won their last two…
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Publish date : 2024-08-23 09:52:15
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