(Football results) - Chelsea maintained their strong performance with a 3-0 victory against Wolves at Stamford Bridge, moving up to second place in the 2025/26 Premier League standings after round 11.
In the early hours of November 9 (Vietnam time), Chelsea delivered a convincing performance by beating Wolves 3-0 at home in the context of the 11th round of the 2025/26 Premier League.
Right from the opening minutes, Chelsea took full control. The duo Alejandro Garnacho and Joao Pedro constantly threatened Sam Johnstone’s goal. In the 5th minute, Garnacho nearly scored with a close-range shot, excellently saved by the goalkeeper.
Chelsea dominated the match against Wolves (Photo: Premier League).
After numerous attacks, the home team finally opened the scoring in the 51st minute when Malo Gusto rose high to head home a precise cross from Garnacho, putting Chelsea ahead 1-0.
Riding the momentum, Enzo Maresca’s side continued to control the game. In the 65th minute, Joao Pedro doubled the lead with a decisive finish inside the box following a clever through ball from midfield.
At the 73rd minute, Pedro Neto capped off a brilliant day for Chelsea by scoring the third goal after a perfect assist from Garnacho, who stood out with 2 assists in the match.
In the closing minutes, despite Wolves’ greater ball possession efforts, they were powerless against the solid defense of Fofana and Cucurella. Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez also had a quiet day, barely facing any serious shots.
This result allows Enzo Maresca’s team to temporarily climb to second place on theleague table with 20 points, six points behind leaders Arsenal. Meanwhile, Wolves are still winless this season and remain stuck at the bottom of the table.
Chelsea opts for a short corner instead of crossing into the box.
90'
There will be 4 minutes of added time.
87'
Wolves clearly dominate possession with precise passing among their players.
83'
The coach has decided to substitute Joao Pedro, who will be replaced by Jamie Gittens (Chelsea).
83'
Substitution. Enzo Fernandez is leaving the field to be replaced by Andrey Santos (Chelsea), waiting by the sideline.
82'
Marshall Munetsi (Wolves) quickly drives into the box and unleashes a powerful shot. Unfortunately, it narrowly misses the left post. The ball went out, resulting in a goal kick for Chelsea.
82'
quickly takes a short corner pass.
82'
Chelsea failed to capitalize on the corner opportunity. The opposing defense remained tight and successfully neutralized the threat.
79'
The match was interrupted as a yellow card was issued to Marshall Munetsi (Wolves).
77'
Enzo Maresca decides to refresh his team's tactics, leading to an immediate substitution. Pedro Neto leaves the pitch, replaced by Marc Guiu (Chelsea).
77'
Substitution. Reece James (Chelsea) is signaled by the referee to enter the field after Malo Gusto leaves.
73'
3 - 0
Goal! Alejandro Garnacho delivers a precise pass into the box, finding Pedro Neto (Chelsea), who does not miss his chance and easily scores from close range. 3:0.
72'
Wesley Fofana (Chelsea) is recovering well after that frightening injury.
71'
Wesley Fofana (Chelsea) is writhing in pain and will receive medical attention as the referee has signaled for the medical team.
70'
We are about to see a substitution. Marshall Munetsi (Wolves) comes on for Jean-Ricner Bellegarde.
70'
Jamie Collins decides to make a change. Matheus Mane (Wolves) replaces Hee-Chan Hwang.
69'
Chelsea keeps possession and executes short passes. They are waiting for the right moment and searching for gaps to break through the opponent’s defense.
65'
2 - 0
A through ball splits the defense, reaching Joao Pedro (Chelsea) inside the box, who does not miss the chance! His effort is perfectly placed in the center of the goal.
64'
Substitution. Estêvão (Chelsea) enters the field, Liam Delap leaves.
64'
Chelsea did not benefit from the corner as the defender cleared the ball upfield.
61'
Smart movement and a beautiful finish! Jean-Ricner Bellegarde (Wolves) was set up by a simple yet creative pass. His one-touch shot from mid-range seemed on target but drifted just outside the right post. The ball went out for a goal kick to Chelsea.
60'
The referee shows a yellow card to Moises Caicedo (Chelsea).
60'
Wolves demonstrate excellent teamwork with controlled possession and many short passes. Patience is key as they seek gaps in the opponent’s defense to score.
57'
Hugo Bueno (Wolves) makes a determined cross, but the ball is cleared away.
55'
Chelsea controls the midfield well with solid passing among players.
53'
Possession ratio is currently 73:27.
51'
1 - 0
Goal! Alejandro Garnacho crosses deep into the box, assisting Malo Gusto (Chelsea) in an open position, and his close-range header beats the goalkeeper into the center of the net. Score is 1:0.
50'
Chelsea failed to execute a set-piece well, as their ball was easily blocked by a defender.
49'
Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) delivers a dangerous lofted cross into the box, but it is intercepted.
49'
Andre (Wolves) receives a yellow card.
48'
Wolves seem to have adapted to the game's pace and are increasing their ball possession. Players are waiting for the right moment to create new attacking chances.
46'
Pedro Neto (Chelsea) crosses into the box from a corner, but the opposing players comfortably clear the ball.
46'
Pedro Neto (Chelsea) delivers a good lofted pass into the box, but it is blocked by the defense.
46'
The second half has started.
45+5'
The match has reached halftime.
45'
There will be 4 minutes of added time.
44'
Shot! Joao Pedro (Chelsea) receives a pass and skillfully dribbles past a defender before firing from medium range. Unfortunately, the ball misses slightly to the left post by a few centimeters. It went out, resulting in a goal kick for Wolves.
43'
Chelsea aims to control the game's tempo with accurate short passes.
41'
Chelsea executes a quick corner.
41'
Malo Gusto’s (Chelsea) injury is not serious enough to leave the field. He has returned to play.
38'
Malo Gusto (Chelsea) seems to be struggling after being stunned. We will see if he recovers.
36'
Chelsea players are making several short passes.
35'
A cross by Jean-Ricner Bellegarde (Wolves) into the box created no threat, so we wait for a more exciting moment.
34'
The ball was cleared after Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea) tried to dribble past an opponent.
34'
Pedro Neto (Chelsea) crosses, but a defender clears the ball.
33'
Shots on target – 3:0.
31'
Robert Sanchez jumps to catch a corner kick taken by Hugo Bueno (Wolves).
29'
Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea) receives a good pass outside the box and shoots from a favorable position, but a defender blocks it in time.
26'
Wolves players use short passes to stretch the opposing defense and prepare for quick attacks into open spaces.
23'
Chelsea had a chance from a corner, but it was blocked by a defender who cleared it far away.
23'
Wesley Fofana (Chelsea) received an excellent pass in the box and had a chance to shoot. His shot was blocked by well-positioned defenders.
22'
Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) takes an unsuccessful corner; the ball is cleared.
22'
Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) receives a pass and shoots toward the top left corner, but the shot lacks power to trouble goalkeeper Sam Johnstone.
21'
Marc Cucurella (Chelsea) believed he was fouled, but the referee disagreed and awarded a free kick to the opposing team.
20'
Total shots – 6:0.
19'
Jackson Tchatchoua (Wolves) crosses into the box. The opposing defense clears safely.
19'
Wolves clearly dominate possession with accurate passing among players.
18'
Malo Gusto (Chelsea) crosses into the box, but a defender reacts quickly and clears the ball.
15'
Malo Gusto (Chelsea) tries to escape pressure but is dispossessed by an opponent.
12'
Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea) delivers a promising cross into the box, but the defense blocks it.
12'
Chelsea is making good use of possession time and continuously passing while looking for an attacking opportunity.
11'
Possession ratio: 66:34.
10'
Liam Delap (Chelsea) receives a pass but his shot from the edge of the box is blocked.
7'
Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) jumps to meet a perfect cross, but his header narrowly misses the left post. The ball went out, resulting in a goal kick for Wolves.
6'
Chelsea continues with skillful passes to create new attacking opportunities.
5'
Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea) receives a cross and almost scores with a powerful close-range shot, but Sam Johnstone brilliantly punches the ball away to deny him.
4'
A brilliant defensive block renders Chelsea’s corner ineffective.
3'
From a free kick, Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) shoots toward the top left corner, but the goalkeeper dives fully to punch the ball away. An excellent save! The assistant referee made the right call, and Chelsea will have a corner kick.
3'
Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea) sprints towards goal, but a defender reacts well to block him.
1'
The match has just started.
Players are on the field and Wolves will kick off first.
Introducing today's match referee, Andrew Kitchen.
The starting lineups for today’s match have been announced. You can view the squads of both teams on our detailed match information page.
Welcome to our live commentary. The starting lineups will be revealed shortly, so prepare some snacks and drinks to enjoy today’s game.
83'
The coach has decided to take Joao Pedro off, replacing him with Jamie Gittens (Chelsea).
83'
Substitution. Enzo Fernandez leaves the field, replaced by Andrey Santos (Chelsea) waiting on the sideline.
79'
The match is paused as a yellow card is shown to Marshall Munetsi (Wolves).
77'
Enzo Maresca opts to refresh his team’s tactics, leading to a substitution now. Pedro Neto exits and Marc Guiu (Chelsea) comes on.
77'
Substitution. Reece James (Chelsea) is authorized by the referee to enter after Malo Gusto leaves.
73'
3 - 0
Goal! Alejandro Garnacho sends a precise pass into the box to Pedro Neto (Chelsea), who easily converts from close range. 3:0.
70'
A substitution is about to happen. Marshall Munetsi (Wolves) replaces Jean-Ricner Bellegarde.
70'
Jamie Collins makes a change. Matheus Mane (Wolves) replaces Hee-Chan Hwang.
65'
2 - 0
A through pass breaks the defense to Joao Pedro (Chelsea) in the box, who finishes perfectly! His shot is right in the middle of the goal.
64'
Substitution. Estêvão (Chelsea) comes on, Liam Delap goes off.
60'
The referee issues a yellow card to Moises Caicedo (Chelsea).
51'
1 - 0
Goal! Alejandro Garnacho crosses deep into the box to assist Malo Gusto (Chelsea) in an open spot, and his close-range header beats the keeper into the center of the net. Score now 1:0.
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