Chelsea thrashed Wolves 6-2 at Molineux Stadium on Sunday, securing all three points after their previous setback against Manchester.
The Blues secured their first Premier League victory of the season with the game full of action, with four goals scored in a frenetic first half.
Wolves twice equalized after falling behind, but Noni Madueke’s second-half hat-trick and a late goal from Joao Felix ensured Chelsea’s dominance.
Nicolas Jackson gave Chelsea an early lead within two minutes, but Wolves responded with pressure, leading to Matheus Cunha leveling the score.
Cole Palmer regained Chelsea’s lead with a brilliant lob, but Jorgen Strand Larsen equalized again for Wolves just before halftime.
The second half saw Madueke’s deflected shot find the net, followed by two more goals from him and a late finish by Felix, easing the pressure on new manager Enzo Maresca.
Noni Madueke faced jeers from the Molineux crowd due to a derogatory social media post about Wolverhampton.
Despite this, he delivered an outstanding performance, creating the corner that led to Jackson’s goal and tormenting Wolves’ defender Rayan Ait-Nouri. Madueke’s hat-trick showcased his strong mentality and skill, proving his ability to rise above hostility.
Despite Chelsea’s victory, their midfield issues were evident. Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo struggled to connect, with Fernandez particularly underperforming.
Caicedo’s careless loss of possession led to Cunha’s goal. The combined £222 million investment in these midfielders hasn’t yet translated into seamless play, suggesting that Maresca needs to reevaluate his midfield strategy.
Matheus Cunha impressed in defeat, showcasing why he’s been linked with major clubs like Manchester United.
He caused problems for Chelsea’s Malo Gusto and scored a crucial equalizer. Cunha
