Stamford Bridge witnessed a dismal performance from Chelsea as they were convincingly defeated 4-2 by Wolves in the Premier League.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side faced severe criticism, with fans expressing their frustration through boos and chants, making it another challenging day for the Blues.
The match started on a positive note for Chelsea as Cole Palmer scored a smart goal, assisted by Moises Caicedo.
However, Wolves quickly responded with Matheus Cunha’s deflected equalizer. Despite Chelsea’s early lead, defensive lapses and struggles to break down Wolves’ compact defense led to a series of setbacks.
Wolves seized the lead with Axel Disasi’s own goal, and their dominance continued in the second half.
Pedro Neto’s exceptional run and assist set up Cunha for the third goal, showcasing the defensive vulnerabilities of the home side.
As frustrations grew among Chelsea players and fans, Malo Gusto’s foul on Cunha resulted in a penalty, expertly converted by the Brazilian to complete his hat-trick. Raheem Sterling, substituted amid fan dissatisfaction, added to Chelsea’s woes.
Although Thiago Silva’s late header brought a momentary respite for Chelsea, it couldn’t overshadow the overall disappointment. Wolves’ comprehensive victory propelled them above Chelsea in the Premier League standings.
The defeat follows Chelsea’s recent struggles, including a 4-1 loss to Liverpool, raising concerns about the team’s form and Pochettino’s ability to steer them back on track.
Chelsea’s upcoming fixtures include an FA Cup fourth-round replay against Aston Villa and a Premier League clash with Crystal Palace. The team faces the challenge of regaining confidence and form to salvage the remainder of the season.
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