Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Chelsea: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Chelsea
• Date: Wednesday, 29 October 2025
• Kick-off: 19:45 GMT
• Venue: Molineux Stadium

Match Prediction: Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 Chelsea

Wolves are coming into this match having convincingly won their last two home games in this competition. They've shown they can score goals and defend well, which could pose problems for Chelsea.

The Blues kicked off their competition with a narrow 2-1 win at lower league opposition Lincoln City. This might not fully prepare them for the challenge Wolves will present at Molineux.

Expect Wolves to use their home advantage and recent momentum to press Chelsea from the start. Chelsea will need to be sharp and clinical if they want to break down Wolves' defence.

It's going to be a tight affair, but Wolves' performances in this competition and home support could just tip the scales in their favour.

Wolves have played their best football of the season in the Carabao Cup, having secured back-to-back home wins against Everton and West Ham. Their ability to score multiple goals in these games shows what they can do on their day.

This form could give them the confidence to take on Chelsea, especially at home, where they've been strong in the League Cup this season. If they can maintain this level of performance, they'll be a tough nut to crack for any team.

Recent Carabao Cup Results:

• Win: 2-0 vs Everton (H)
• Win: 3-2 vs West Ham United (H)

Chelsea managed a win against Lincoln City in their last Carabao Cup outing, but it was a narrow victory against a team from a lower division. Wolves may be a tougher challenge than the Imps.

The Blues will need to be wary of overconfidence if they want to get a result at Molineux. Their defence will be tested, and they'll need to be more ruthless in front of goal than they were in the last round.

Recent Carabao Cup Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Lincoln City (A)

The last time these two teams met in the Carabao Cup, Chelsea thrashed Wolves 6-0 back in 2012. This game is expected to be a far tighter contest.

Recent Carabao Cup Results

• Chelsea 6-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers (25 Sep 2012)

• Ki-Jana Hoever (Knee) - Doubt
• Matt Doherty (Wrist) - Doubt
• Toti Gomes (Illness) - Doubt

• Cole Palmer (Groin) - Out
• Levi Colwill (Cruciate Ligament) - Out
• Liam Delap (Hamstring) - Out
• Benoît Badiashile (Muscle) - Out
• Dário Essugo (Surgery) - Doubt
• Enzo Fernandez (Knee) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Johnstone (GK), Doherty (DF), S. Bueno (DF), Krejci (DF), H. Bueno (DF), Munetsi (MF), André (MF), Bellegarde (MF), Arias (AT), Larsen (AT), Hwang (AT)

Wolves' predicted lineup suggests they'll continue with a strong attacking trio of Larsen, Arias, and Hwang, which has been effective in recent games. Their midfield, with Munetsi and André, should provide the necessary support to control the game and feed the forwards.

• Predicted lineup: Jørgensen (GK), Gusto (DF), Chalobah (DF), Fofana (DF), Hato (DF), Fernández (MF), Santos (MF), Neto (MF), Buonanotte (MF), Garnacho (MF), Guiu (AT)

Chelsea's predicted lineup indicates a focus on midfield control with Lavia and Santos, aiming to dictate the tempo of the game. In attack, Buonanotte and Garnacho will need to be sharp to break down Wolves' defence.

• Hwang vs Chalobah: This will be a key battle between Wolves' dynamic attacker Hwang and Chelsea's solid defender Chalobah.
• Munetsi vs Lavia: The midfield duel between Wolves' energetic Munetsi and Chelsea's creative Lavia could be crucial in determining the flow of the game.
• Larsen (Wolverhampton Wanderers): Larsen's recent form and goal-scoring ability make him a vital part of Wolves' attacking threat.
• Buonanotte (Chelsea): Buonanotte's creativity and ability to unlock defences will be essential for Chelsea's chances of winning.

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