The drop threatens as all it takes to erase the majority of resolute defending is a wing-back yet to score a goal in 165 appearances for both domestic and international duty appearing to open the scoring. It illustrates the reality for the Midlands club now.
Maresca's side's Commanding Performance
The match became a rout once the French defender had set Chelsea on the path to victory by converting the first senior goal of his career. Additional goals from the Portuguese winger and the Brazilian forward provided a more realistic look to the match outcome.
The London club, who moved into the runner-up position, were in control. They needed time to settle into the game but accelerated once Gusto had settled their nerves.
Wanderers' Struggles
Initially showed fight from the visitors at first. They were led by their Under-21s manager, James Collins, who has taken temporary charge since the departure of their former manager, and they contained the home side during a lackluster initial stages.
Ultimately, though, there is a justification why Wolves are rooted to the bottom of the standings. There is genuinely nothing to them. They cannot defend, present no offensive danger and are still winless after their initial 11 matches.
Match Development
Wolves had looked like vulnerable opponents. Chelsea pressured them from the beginning and made multiple opportunities.
There seemed no real evidence of Chelsea being affected by tiredness after their extensive journey to Eastern Europe.
The nervousness dissipated, Chelsea pushed on. the Brazilian substitute came on for the unproductive the striker and produced an quick influence.
Final Phase
Wolves disintegrated. the attacker, extremely effective in counter-attacks, sped down the left flank and sent the ball for his teammate to score against his former club, leaving the home side to savor the uncommon occurrence of an comprehensive home win in the Premier League.