Premier League: Chelsea Back to Win Column with 3-1 Victory Over Wolves

Chelsea ended their five-match winless streak in style, overcoming a blunder from goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to secure a 3-1 victory over struggling Wolves at Stamford Bridge. The result pushes Enzo Maresca’s side back into the Premier League’s top four, keeping their Champions League hopes alive.

Second-half strikes from Marc Cucurella and Noni Madueke ensured the Blues bounced back after a shaky first half, where Sanchez’s costly error gifted Wolves a temporary lifeline.

Fast Start for Chelsea

Chelsea dominated the opening exchanges, with Cole Palmer—fit to start despite pre-match doubts—leading the charge. The Blues’ pressure paid off in the 23rd minute when Tosin Adarabioyo scored his first Premier League goal for the club.

The defender reacted sharply to a deflected Reece James shot, controlling the ball before smashing it into the net. Although several Chelsea players appeared offside, VAR overturned the initial decision, confirming the goal.

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Wolves Capitalise on Sanchez Error

Wolves, quiet for much of the first half, found themselves level just before the break, thanks to a blunder from Sanchez. Under pressure from Matheus Cunha’s inswinging corner, the Chelsea goalkeeper dropped the ball, allowing Matt Doherty to fire home from close range.

The mistake silenced Stamford Bridge momentarily and gave Wolves hope heading into the second half.

Second-Half Revival

Chelsea came out firing after the interval, regaining the lead on the hour mark. Cucurella, involved in the build-up, finished a brilliant team move after a Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall flick found him in the box. The Spaniard controlled on his chest before hooking the ball past Wolves keeper Jose Sa.

Five minutes later, Chelsea doubled their advantage. Noni Madueke, making an impact on the right wing, scored his fourth goal of the season by heading in a deflected effort from Trevoh Chalobah.

Despite a late save from Sanchez to deny Cunha, Chelsea cruised to victory, leaving Wolves with little opportunity for a comeback.

Wolves in Trouble

The defeat leaves Wolves teetering on the edge of the relegation zone, saved only by goal difference. Manager Vitor Pereira, brought in last month, had initially steadied the ship, but three consecutive losses now put the Midlands side in serious jeopardy.

While Wolves have scored more goals than their relegation rivals, their defensive frailties—conceding a league-high 51 goals—continue to undermine their efforts.

Maresca’s Perspective

Enzo Maresca, in his debut season at Chelsea, has maintained a cautious approach despite glimpses of promise earlier in the campaign.

“We’re not in the title race,” Maresca said after the game, echoing his stance from December when Chelsea briefly flirted with contention.

Now sitting two points behind league leaders Liverpool, the Blues’ focus will remain on securing a top-four finish and building consistency after a challenging winter spell.

For Wolves, the battle for survival intensifies as they face a tough run of fixtures and the urgent need to shore up their defence.

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