While Enzo Maresca was always keen to point out that his side were not in the title race even when they were reeling off successive victories, recent form will have confused him.
The Blues are still arguably enjoying a better season than many predicted after another chaotic summer but are now without a win in five League games following last Tuesday’s dramatic 2-2 draw with Bournemouth.
Struggling Wolves had initially improved under new manager Vitor Pereira but are now without a win in three League games themselves. Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Chelsea vs Wolves is scheduled for an 8pm GMT kick-off time tonight on Monday January 20, 2025.
Stamford Bridge in west London will host the match.
Where to watch Chelsea vs Wolves
TV channel: The game will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage of Monday Night Football starts at 6:30pm GMT.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers will also be able to watch on a live stream online via the Sky Go app.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action tonight with Standard Sport’s dedicated live match blog.
Chelsea vs Wolves team news
Back in action: Trevoh Chalobah has returned to Chelsea
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Mario Lemina is not expected to be involved for Wolves after Pereira claimed the midfielder wanted to leave the club. Toti Gomes, Sasa Kalajdzic, Enso Gonzales and Yerson Mosquera are all injured.
Matheus Cunha is a doubt after suffering with illness this week, though Boubacar Traore is back in training.
Chelsea vs Wolves prediction
Despite their frustrating run of recent draws, Chelsea should surely have enough at home to get past a side in poor form, even if the likes of Palmer, Lavia and Fernandez miss out.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Chelsea vs Wolves match odds
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
