January 19th 2025.
Chelsea's rising star Cole Palmer has been on fire this season, scoring a whopping 14 goals in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Wolverhampton Wanderers have been experiencing a bit of a honeymoon period under their new manager, Vitor Pereira. But before you start getting all snobby about it, let's be real - their success has been more like a fun-filled trip to Butlin's rather than a luxurious getaway to the Maldives. But hey, who can resist some good old-fashioned family entertainment and magic shows by the talented Stephen Mulhern, or a stroll down memory lane with music legends like Bad Manners, Heaven 17, Tony Hadley, and Eternal? And let's not forget about the boyband Blue - they may not be everyone's cup of tea, but they sure know how to put on a show.
Since Pereira took over the reins at Wolverhampton, the team has seen a significant improvement in their fortunes. With three wins, a draw, and only two defeats in their last six matches, it's safe to say that dumping former manager Gary O'Neil was a smart move. The team started off strong with a 3-0 win against Leicester, followed by a 2-0 victory against Manchester United at their home ground, Molineux. They then secured a well-deserved point against Tottenham in a 2-2 draw, but suffered a setback when they lost to Nottingham Forest at home. However, they quickly bounced back with a comfortable 2-1 win against Bristol City in the FA Cup. This has set them up for a challenging but not impossible fourth-round match against Blackburn. Unfortunately, their winning streak was cut short by a 3-0 loss to Newcastle, but their upcoming Monday night game against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge will give fans a chance to reflect on their progress with their new manager.
Chelsea, on the other hand, was initially seen as a top contender for the title during the festive period last month. However, their recent results have not been as impressive, with only three points from their last five Premier League games. They now trail behind league leaders Liverpool by a significant 13 points. Chelsea has struggled to put away opponents in the top flight, which is why many are predicting a close match against Wolverhampton. In fact, a bet on Wolverhampton to score two goals or more is currently at 17/20 with StarSports and has paid out in Chelsea's last seven matches. Additionally, Chelsea has only managed to keep one clean sheet in their last eight league games, which was a 0-0 draw against Everton.
Unfortunately, there is some concern over Palmer's availability for the game against Wolverhampton, as he missed training on Friday due to an injury he picked up in their last match against Bournemouth. However, if he is able to play, he is currently at 7/2 to score the first goal in the game. Matheus Cunha, who has been attracting interest from clubs both at home and abroad, is at 3/1 with Sky Bet to score for Wolverhampton. But ultimately, the odds are in favor of a 2-1 win for Chelsea at 17/2 with bet365.
Moving on to the Australian Open, the second week of the tournament is in full swing and there are some exciting matches to look forward to. Alexander Zverev, who has been in top form, is favored to beat Tommy Paul in four sets at 13/5 with BetGoodwin. On the women's side, young sensation Coco Gauff is at 3/1 with Ladbrokes, Coral, Betfred, and BetGoodwin to win her match against Paula Badosa 2-1. And in other news, former Liverpool player Danny Murphy believes that a £30m star from the team may be heading to either Chelsea or Newcastle, while Chelsea has reportedly set a new price tag for Trevoh Chalobah after recalling him from his loan at Crystal Palace. And lastly, a Chelsea star has been urged to leave the club for the sake of his career.
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