While Enzo Maresca was always keen to point out his side were not in a title rice even when they were reeling off the 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 Tuesday’s 2-2 draw with Bournemouth.
Wolves had initially improved new manager Vitor Pereira but are now without a win in three League games.
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 on Monday 20 January 2025.
Stamford Bridge in London will host.
Where to watch Chelsea vs Wolves
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Sky Go app.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated 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 after Pereira claimed the midfielder wanted to leave Wolverhampton. Toti Gomes, Boubacar Traore, Sasa Kalajdzic, Enso Gonzales and Yerson Mosquera are all injured.
Matheus Cunha is a doubt after suffering with illness this week.
Chelsea vs Wolves prediction
Chelsea should surely have enough at home to get past a side in poor form.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Chelsea vs Wolves latest odds
Odds via Betfair and subject to change.
