Chelsea vs Wolves Match Preview Predictions Betting Tips Odds and Bet Builder Insights
On Saturday, November 8, Chelsea will face Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge in London. This Premier League clash kicks off at 8 pm and can be viewed on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
Current Team Form and Recent Performances
Wolverhampton has had a tough start to the season, earning only two points from their first ten matches. Following their last defeat against Fulham, they dismissed manager Vitor Pereira, who had only recently signed a new contract. The team is currently at the bottom of the Premier League table.
In contrast, Chelsea aims to build on their recent successes. They secured a 1-0 victory over Tottenham in their last league match but faced a challenging midweek fixture against Qarabag in which they drew 2-2. Despite the fatigue from travel, Chelsea will look to capitalize on their momentum.
Betting Insights and Predictions
Betting analysts favor Chelsea to win, with predictions suggesting a scoreline of 2-1. This is based on recent performances where Chelsea won six of their last eight matches. The expectation is that both teams will find the net in this fixture.
Key Stats for Chelsea vs Wolves
- Wolves have only won one of their last 11 Premier League away games against Chelsea.
- Chelsea has scored five or more goals against Wolves in four encounters, including a 6-2 win last season.
- Wolves sit at the bottom with both the worst attacking and defensive records in the Premier League.
- In Chelsea’s recent games, six of their last seven matches featured over 2.5 goals.
Expected Line-Ups
| Chelsea | Wolves |
|---|---|
| Sanchez | Johnstone |
| James | Toti |
| Fofana | Krejci |
| Chalobah | S Bueno |
| Cucurella | Tchatchoua |
| Caicedo | Andre |
| Fernandez | J Gomes |
| Estevao | H Bueno |
| Pedro | Munetsi |
| Garnacho | Bellegarde |
| Delap | Strand Larsen |
Key injuries include Chelsea’s Romeo Lavia and Wolves’ Emmanuel Agbadou, who will miss this critical matchup. Chelsea is hopeful that Joao Pedro, who recently scored against Tottenham, will play a significant role in the team’s offense.
Conclusion
As Chelsea prepares to host Wolves, fans can expect an important clash in the Premier League. The stakes are high for Wolves as they seek their first victory, while Chelsea aims to solidify their form and climb the rankings.
