Wolverhampton Wanderers are set to host Chelsea to Molineux for a special Christmas Eve clash in the Premier League on December 24.
Gary O'Neil's squad faces a recent slump, with just one win in their last five matches, including a 3-0 loss to West Ham. Wolves, despite strong performances, are nervously eyeing the relegation zone. A win against the visitors on Sunday would level them on points with the Blues.
Mauricio Pochettino's injury-hit team on the other hand, reaching the League Cup semifinals and securing a 2-0 Premier League win against Sheffield United, looks to rebound.
Christopher Nkunku's return and Pochettino's plans for January spending bring optimism, while young winger Cole Palmer shines amid a team of talented signings.
Therefore, ahead of the meeting, pundit Chris Sutton has dropped his quite shocking prediction for the clash. Writing his BBC column, the 50-year-old admitted he expected the game to end in a narrow 1 - 1 draw at the Molineux.
"Wolves lacked intensity against West Ham last week, which makes me think they will bounce back here - but it really does depend on which Chelsea team turns up.
And I'm sorry but I still have absolutely no idea what to expect from Mauricio Pochettino's side so I am gong to sit firmly on the fence with this one."
Chris Sutton's prediction: Wolves 1 - 1 Chelsea
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