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Chelsea Secure Top Four Spot with Hard-Fought Victory Against Wolves

Chelsea secured a 3-1 victory over Wolves, ending their five-match winless streak in the Premier League and rising to the top four.

After Tosin Adarabioyo’s early goal for Wolves was canceled out by Matt Doherty, Chelsea’s second-half surge led to goals from Marc Cucurella and Noni Madueke in quick succession.

Cucurella, marking his 100th Premier League appearance, scored from close range following a cross from Madueke that Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall had flicked on. Just minutes later, Madueke headed in a corner delivered by Trevoh Chalobah, who was back from a loan spell at Crystal Palace.

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The goals eased the pressure on Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, whose mistake allowed Doherty to equalize just before halftime. Sanchez, attempting to claim a high ball after moving off his line, was caught out by a pinpoint cross from Matheus Cunha.

Tosin’s initial goal, ruled offside by the referee, was awarded after a deflection from Reece James’ shot off a corner. The win lifts Chelsea into fourth place, two points ahead of Manchester City and Newcastle United, while Wolves remain 17th, just above the relegation zone on goal difference. Chelsea vs Wolves

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