Chelsea secured their first Premier League win in six matches, defeating relegation-threatened Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-1 at Stamford Bridge on Monday.
Goals from defenders Tosin Adarabioyo and Marc Cucurella, along with a decisive strike from winger Noni Madueke, helped the Blues move up to fourth place in the table.
Tosin Adarabioyo’s Opener: Chelsea took the lead in the 24th minute when Adarabioyo calmly side-footed home from close range.
Wolves Equalizer: In first-half stoppage time, a mistake by Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez allowed Wolves to level the score. Sánchez dropped a corner, and Matt Doherty pounced to stab the ball into the net.
Cucurella Restores Lead: On the hour mark, Cucurella capitalized on a flick-on by Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, marking his first league start for Chelsea with a crucial contribution.
Madueke Seals the Win: Five minutes later, Madueke ensured a header from Trevoh Chalobah crossed the line, though he humorously admitted to stealing the goal:
“I knew it was going over the line. I said sorry to Trevoh after. I had to put this in the net for sure.”
Impact on the Table
Chelsea now sit in fourth place with 40 points from 22 games, trailing leaders Liverpool by 10 points and second-placed Arsenal and Nottingham Forest by four.
Wolves remain perilously close to the relegation zone, staying out of the bottom three only on goal difference ahead of Ipswich Town.
Key Player Updates
Reece James, Chelsea’s captain, made his first start following an injury layoff, strengthening the defense alongside Trevoh Chalobah, who returned from a loan at Crystal Palace.
Injuries to key players like Wesley Fofana, Benoît Badiashile, Levi Colwill, Romeo Lavia, and Enzo Fernández continue to challenge coach Enzo Maresca, but the win provided a much-needed boost.
Enzo Maresca: “Romeo Lavia’s injury is worse than Enzo Fernandez’s one”.
“We don’t know how long they are going to be out, but… hopefully not long”.
Next Fixture
Chelsea will travel to face reigning champions Manchester City on Saturday in a crucial clash that could further shape their Champions League aspirations.
