Wolverhampton Wanderers will face Chelsea on Sunday, August 25, at Molineux Stadium as both teams seek to bounce back from opening weekend defeats in the Premier League.

However, for the Blues, this game perhaps holds a much more significant meaning after they suffered home and away defeats to Wolves in last season’s English Premier League encounters.

Wolves Aim to End Winless Streak at Home | Home Win = 4.46

Wolves' season began with a 2-0 loss to Arsenal, reflecting ongoing struggles despite a resilient performance. Last year's form saw them finish with only one win in their last five home matches, indicating a pressing need for improvement at Molineux.

The home team has historically been a tough opponent for Chelsea, winning their last three Premier League encounters against them, which includes a notable 4-2 victory in February.

Gary O'Neil will try to lead his Wolves side to yet another memorable victory over the Blues but given this Chelsea team is under new management, Wolves have to be prepared to meet a different kind of team than the one they battered last season. 

Chelsea Look to Rebound from City with Revenge in Mind | Away Win = 1.82

Chelsea, coming off a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City, will be eager to bounce back. Enzo Maresca's side is still adjusting to new signings and tactical changes, with a heavy squad rotation evident in their recent UEFA Conference League game against Servette.

The Blues have suffered in their recent encounters with Wolves, having lost their last three meetings, including a 2-1 defeat at Molineux in December and if the Blues are to exact their revenge on Wolves, they will need to show it from the very first minute.

Despite their talent and rather large squad, Chelsea's early-season form including preseason games has been underwhelming, with the team struggling to find its rhythm and Enzo Maresca would have to apply a fix soon before it’s too late.

Key Players & Team News:

Wolves will miss Nelson Semedo, who is serving a suspension, and long-term absentees Kalajdzic, Chiwone, and Gonzalez. Rayan Ait-Nouri, who was injured against Arsenal, is expected to be fit for the match.

Chelsea’s only injury concern is Reece James who will be absent, with Sterling and Chilwell just not included in the squad. Lavia, Palmer, Enzo Fernandez and others are likely to be in the line-up as expected.

Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 4.21

Wolves have a strong record against Chelsea, winning three of their last four league encounters (4-2, 2-1, & 1-0). | Specials Market: Over 2.5 Goals & GG = 1.90

Chelsea has scored in all but one of their last five games in all competitions, (2-0, 0-2, 1-1, 1-2, & 2-4), hitting the back of the net six (6) times in five (5) games. | Draw/Away & Over 2.5 = 2.01

Wolves vs Chelsea fixtures for the past five (5) EPL clashes have seen four (4) over 2.5 goals scored (2-4, 2-1, 3-0, & 2-2) with under 2.5 goals happening just once (1-0) in their last five meetings. | Main Market: Over 3.5 Goals = 2.57

 

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Real Madrid will look to secure their first victory of the 2024-25 La Liga season when they host newly-promoted Real Valladolid on Sunday, August 25, at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu.

Despite a solid performance in the UEFA Super Cup, Real Madrid's domestic campaign started with a frustrating 1-1 draw against Mallorca. 

Real Madrid & Mbappe Aim for a Great Home Debut | Home Win = 1.19

 The reigning La Liga champions were held to a 1-1 draw in their opening fixture, a result that dampened their momentum. Vedat Muriqi cancelled out Rodrygo's early goal in the second half, and a red card for Ferland Mendy further complicated their quest for three points.

With Kylian Mbappe making his Santiago Bernabeu debut this Sunday against Valladolid, and Real Madrid’s need to respond to the Mallorca draw, it is expected that the reigning Spanish champions would put on a show for their home fans.

While Valladolid would be going to the Bernabeu with all the caution they could possibly master, Real Madrid’s depth and strong track record at home, 7 wins from the last 8 home games, should be enough to see them through.

Real Valladolid Look to Build on Positive Start | Away Win = 15.26

Real Valladolid started their La Liga campaign with a 1-0 win over Espanyol, a promising result for the newly-promoted side. Raul Moro's goal secured their first three points and boosted their confidence.

However, Valladolid's historical struggles against Real Madrid, including a 6-0 defeat in their last encounter, suggest a challenging task ahead. Paulo Pezzolano’s side will need to overcome their poor away record, with only 1 win from their last 9 away La Liga matches.

Despite Valladolid’s limited success on the road and their underdog status, their recent good form of four wins from the last five games might be enough to withstand the pressure from Real Madrid’s high-calibre attack.

Key Players & Team News:

Real Madrid will be without injured players Bellingham, Alaba, and Camavinga, while Ferland Mendy serves a suspension. Fran Garcia is expected to start at left-back, and Luka Modric will likely play a more prominent role in midfield. The squad's depth should enable them to field a strong lineup despite these absences.

For Real Valladolid, Anuar remains sidelined with a hernia, the only notable absentee. The rest of the squad is expected to remain unchanged from their victory over Espanyol, with Mamadou Sylla leading the attack and a solid defensive lineup aiming to hold off Real Madrid’s offense.

Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 8.02

Real Madrid have a strong record against Valladolid, having won their last five league encounters, including a heavy 6-0 victory in April 2023. | Specials Market: Home & Over 3.5 Goals = 2.07

Real Valladolid have won four (4) of their last five (5) games in all competitions (1-0, 2-0, 6-4 PKs, & 2-5). | Specials Market: Over 2.5 Goals & Yes = 2.23

Both Real Madrid and Real Valladolid have scored a goal in at least four (4) of their last five games in all competitions. | Main Market: GG/NG (GG Yes) = 2.05

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