Chelsea Edges Past Wolves in Thrilling Carabao Cup Clash

Wolverhampton, England — Chelsea defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-2 in a dramatic Carabao Cup fourth-round match at Molineux Stadium on Wednesday night.

The Blues, under head coach Enzo Maresca, dominated the first half, building a 3-0 lead thanks to goals from Andrey Santos, Tyrique George, and Estevao.

However, Wolves rallied in the second half. After suffering a red card, Chelsea found themselves under intense pressure. Goals from Pereira Emmanuel Toluwalase and another late effort gave Wolves hope as they fought for an equalizer.

Chelsea started strong, with Santos scoring early in the first half. The Brazilian midfielder’s quick finish silenced the home crowd and set the tone for the visitors.

George doubled the advantage shortly after, displaying composure in front of goal to slot it home. Estevao added a third before halftime, leaving Wolves with a mountain to climb.

In the second half, Wolves showed heart and intensity. Emmanuel Toluwalase’s powerful strike ignited the fans, reducing the deficit to one goal. The tension rose as Wolves pushed for an equalizer.

Despite Chelsea dropping back to defend, Wolves continued to press, earning several corner kicks and opportunities. Chelsea’s goalkeeper made key saves to deny the home side a crucial equalizer.

The dramatic finish saw Wolves unable to capitalize fully on their chances, with Chelsea ultimately securing their place in the next round of the EFL Cup. The match showcased both teams’ resolve, with Chelsea showing strength despite the late push from Wolves.

The final whistle confirmed a thrilling encounter at Molineux, where Chelsea’s early dominance proved vital in this competitive cup tie.