As the EPL continues to heat up, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Chelsea are set to clash at Molineux this Sunday, 25th August 2024 at 4PM. Both teams are eager to bounce back from disappointing starts to the season, with Wolves and Chelsea both suffering two-goal defeats in their opening matches.
Recent Form and Team Analysis
Wolverhampton Wanderers: Gary O’Neil’s side faced a challenging start to the season with a 2-0 loss against Arsenal. The match saw Wolves struggle to contain Arsenal’s attacking prowess, with Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka sealing the win for the Gunners. Despite a solid overall performance, Wolves lacked the cutting edge in attack and failed to capitalize on their chances.
Returning to Molineux might not offer much solace for Wolves, as their home form towards the end of last season was disappointing. They lost four of their last five home games in the Premier League, with their sole victory being a narrow 2-1 win over relegated Luton Town. In fact, Wolves have struggled at home throughout 2024, suffering six defeats, the most of any Premier League side in the current calendar year. A loss on Sunday would make it five consecutive top-flight defeats for O’Neil, a streak last seen in the 2012-13 season.
Chelsea: The Blues, under new manager Enzo Maresca, also endured a tough start, losing 2-0 to Manchester City. Erling Haaland opened the scoring for City, followed by Mateo Kovacic, who added the second. Chelsea’s midfield, struggling against Kovacic, faced challenges, and despite some improvements in their midweek Conference League playoff against Servette, the team’s performance was criticized, particularly in the first half.
Chelsea’s recent away form has been strong, with two Premier League away wins against Nottingham Forest and Brighton & Hove Albion last season. However, their recent history against Wolves has been unfavorable, with Chelsea losing their last three encounters. The most recent was a 4-2 home defeat in February, where Matheus Cunha scored a hat-trick, highlighting Chelsea’s defensive vulnerabilities.
Predictions and Betting Odds
According to Bangbet’s odds and predictions, Chelsea is the favorite to win this match, with a 54% chance of victory. Wolves have a 22% chance of winning, and a draw is rated at 24%. The odds provided by Bangbet are as follows:
- Wolves: 4.50
- Draw: 4.20
- Chelsea: 1.79
Given the current form and historical performance, Chelsea is likely to come out on top, but Wolves’ home advantage and Chelsea’s recent struggles against them could make for an intriguing contest.
Fans in Kenya looking to place their bets can find competitive odds on Bangbet, where Chelsea’s odds suggest they are the preferred choice for a win. As always, it’s worth keeping an eye on team news and match previews for any last-minute changes that could influence the outcome.
Whether you’re backing the Blues to turn their fortunes around or hoping for a surprise result from Wolves, this match promises to be an exciting encounter.