Chelsea Player Ratings vs Wolves: Jamie Gittens and Andrey Santos Star as Blues Survive Second-Half Fightback to Advance in Carabao Cup

 

Molineux Stadium—October 29, 2025

Chelsea booked their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals with a thrilling 4–3 win over Wolves, surviving a late fightback after racing to a three-goal lead in the first half. Goals from Andrey Santos, Tyrique George, Estevão Willian, and Jamie Gittens sealed the win, with the latter delivering a standout performance that included a goal and two assists.

Manager Enzo Maresca rotated heavily, resting senior players like Reece James, Moises Caicedo, and Enzo Fernández, but his youthful side delivered a bold attacking display—albeit with defensive lapses that nearly cost them.

⚽ Match Summary

  • Chelsea led 3–0 at halftime, capitalizing on Wolves’ poor defending.

  • Wolves responded with goals from Tosin Arokodare and David Moller Wolfe (2), narrowing the gap to 4–3.

  • Liam Delap was sent off late, forcing Chelsea to hold on with 10 men.

  • Chelsea advance to the quarter-finals, while Wolves suffer their third straight defeat.

🔢 Chelsea Player Ratings

🧤 Goalkeeper & Defence

  • Filip Jorgensen (5/10) – Conceded three of four shots faced. Quiet first half, shaky second.

  • Malo Gusto (7/10) – Energetic down the right, but caught out for Wolves’ first goal.

  • Josh Acheampong (4/10) – Solid early, but ball-watching led to Arokodare’s goal.

  • Tosin Adarabioyo (5/10)—Struggled to organize the backline under pressure.

  • Jorrel Hato (6/10) – Shifted to center-back late. Composed despite Wolves’ surge.

🧠 Midfield

  • Romeo Lavia (5/10)—At fault for Wolves’ first goal. Subbed off on the hour.

  • Andrey Santos (8/10) – Opened scoring and pressed brilliantly to assist Estevão’s goal. Commanding.

⚡ Attack

  • Estevão Willian (7/10) – Scored with a clever dink. Booked early, subbed off after an hour.

  • Facundo Buonanotte (6/10)—Struggled to influence the game despite Chelsea’s attacking rhythm.

  • Jamie Gittens (9/10) – Two assists and a stunning goal. Chelsea’s best player on the night.

  • Tyrique George (7/10) – Scored Chelsea’s second. Missed a chance to double his tally.

🔁 Subs & Manager

  • Marc Cucurella (6/10)—Key clearances late on.

  • Enzo Fernández (5/10) – Tried to calm the game but couldn’t impose control.

  • Liam Delap (2/10) – Poor tracking and two bookings in seven minutes. Costly red card.

  • Pedro Neto (5/10)—Quiet cameo.

  • Moises Caicedo (N/A)—Late sub.

  • Enzo Maresca (5/10)—The bold lineup paid off early, but game management faltered late.

🧠 Tactical Takeaways

  • Chelsea’s pressing and vertical play overwhelmed Wolves early.

  • Defensive transitions remain a concern, especially with a youthful backline.

  • Gittens and Santos are emerging as key figures in Maresca’s squad rotation.

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