In a dramatic night at Molineux, Wolverhampton Wanderers sent Chelsea crashing out of the Carabao Cup after a nail-biting penalty shootout that finished 4-2 in favour of the home side.
Early Chelsea Dominance Fades
The Blues started brightly, with Enzo Fernández continuing his impressive form by breaking the deadlock after just 53 minutes. The Argentine midfielder capitalised on some slick build-up play to give the visitors what seemed like a commanding lead.
However, Gary O'Neil's Wolves showed tremendous character to fight back. Their persistence paid off when they found a late equaliser, sending the match into a penalty shootout and setting up a grandstand finish.
Penalty Heartbreak for Chelsea
The shootout proved to be Chelsea's undoing as they crumbled under pressure at the Molineux. With two crucial penalties missed, the London club watched their Carabao Cup dreams evaporate while Wolves celebrated a famous victory.
Key moments from the shootout:
- Wolves converted all four of their spot-kicks with clinical precision
- Chelsea missed two crucial penalties that proved costly
- The home crowd erupted as the final penalty sealed their progression
What This Means for Both Clubs
For Wolves, this victory represents a significant achievement under Gary O'Neil's leadership, demonstrating their resilience and fighting spirit against top-tier opposition. The win propels them into the fourth round of the competition with renewed confidence.
Chelsea, meanwhile, face questions about their consistency and ability to close out games. Despite showing flashes of quality, their inability to maintain their advantage and composure in the shootout will concern manager Mauricio Pochettino.
The result continues what has been a challenging start to the season for the West London club, while Wolves can build on this impressive scalp as they look to climb the Premier League table.
