Wolves moved level with 10th-placed Chelsea in the Premier League table after second half goals from Mario Lemina and Matt Doherty sealed a 2-1 win for Christmas Eve’s Molineux hosts.
Mauricio Pochettino wanted a victory that would have ended Chelsea’s pre-Christmas plans on a positive note, but unfortunately there wasn’t much to celebrate for the visitors in the Midlands besides Christopher Nkunku’s late consolation goal.
Mario Lemina struck shortly after half time with a powerful header off the back of a Wolves corner as the hosts finally capitalised on one of their chances. Matt Doherty later doubled his side’s lead in stoppage time.
Chelsea tried to force their way back into proceedings with Mykhailo Mudryk having an effort desperately cleared off the line, while Raheem Sterling also threatened.
Full match report to follow.
Mario Lemina’s second half goal sealed a 1-0 win for Christmas Eve’s Molineux hosts