Not for the first time this season, Chelsea struggled initially to convert their possession into clear-cut chances in the face of the opposition’s low block. Despite having almost three-quarters of possession, the home side generated less than 1xG (expected goals) in the first half.

Chelsea centre-back Axel Disasi (27) is set to leave the Blues during the winter transfer window, as revealed by Foot Mercato. The France international has been frozen out by Chelsea head coach Enzo

Chelsea has scored a total of 13 goals in its past three meetings with Wolverhampton Wanderers and welcomes the Midlands side to Stamford Bridge on Saturday. What’s more, the Blues are hoping to extend their three-match undefeated streak, which includes a narrow EFL Cup victory over who else but Wolves.

The Blues, who are also seeking to recover from their underwhelming midweek draw at Qarabağ, lost their most recent home game in the Premier League, but earned redemption with back-to-back victories over Wolves in the Carabao Cup and then rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the league. They remain an unpredictable force this season.

Played out in front of 56,537 fans at the Emirates, the result moves Chelsea two points clear of Manchester City, who have played one game fewer, at the top of the WSL with Arsenal moving temporarily into fourth — five points behind their London rivals.

Malo Gusto times his run to perfection as he heads in his first senior goal for Chelsea to make it 1-0 against Wolves at Stamford Bridge.

Enzo Maresca has named his Chelsea side to face Wolves in the Premier League. Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge after three away games in three different competitions.

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Chelsea moved second in the Premier League with a 3-0 win over Wolves at Stamford Bridge. The Blues made hard work of their managerless visitors initially and the game remained goalless at half-time. But Alejandro Garnacho assisted Malo Gusto for his first senior goal to break the deadlock, and then Joao Pedro scored his fourth league goal.