Wolves vs Chelsea Prediction & Betting Tips (29 October)

Supported by their fans, Wolverhampton won their first two League Cup rounds against West Ham 3-2 and Everton 2-0. This competition brings some comfort to the hearts of Wolves who are lagging behind in the championship. Still waiting for a victory, 2 draws and 6 defeats, they are dead last in the Premier League and are 5 points behind the first non-relegation team. After losing to promoted Sunderland 2-0, Wolverhampton hosted another promoted side, Burnley, last weekend. For their entry into this League Cup, Chelsea upheld the hierarchy by winning at Lincoln 1-2.

In the championship, the London team intends to secure a place in the Big 4 in order to qualify for the Champions League. The Blues now occupy 5th place in the Premier League, one point behind 4th place. After winning against Liverpool 2-1 and Nottingham Forest 0-3, they outclassed Ajax in the Champions League 5-1. Last weekend, Chelsea hosted Sunderland. 

For Wolverhampton, long-time absent striker Chiwome is still not on his feet. Added to this are the uncertainties surrounding the participation of midfielder Bellegarde and striker Hwang. Still silent in the league, the Dane Strand Larsen, however, scored a double against West Ham in the League Cup. Both scorers against Everton in the League Cup, midfielder Munetsi and striker Arokodare are also available. As for Chelsea, we note the injuries to the nugget Palmer, potentially starting defenders Badiashile and Colwill as well as recruits Essugo and Delap.

Winger Mudryk has not finished serving his long suspension for doping. During the last round of the League Cup, Enzo Maresca spared certain executives. Substitutes Buonanotte and George took the opportunity to score. Winger Gittens could also gain playing time.