Wolves' struggles in the final third have been well documented - three goals in nine games is a league low - and it would be harsh to put all the blame at Costa's door.

There was, however, a glimpse of Costa's threat when he almost found Matheus Nunes with a cross in a dangerous area in the first half, only for Conor Gallagher to provide a crucial interception for Chelsea. He also had one unsuccessful dribble, five failed duels and gave up possession on four occasions. Once such a threat at Stamford Bridge, Costa looked a shadow of his former self. Image: Wolves' Diego Costa was given a standing ovation by Chelsea supportersĭiego Costa had not started a competitive football match since December of last year before Saturday's 3-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge so you cannot blame him for looking a bit rusty.īut he will certainly need to do more in future if he is to revitalise this woeful Wolves attack.Ī measly nine touches, most of which were clumsy, is a sorry return on his Chelsea homecoming. Peter Smith Costa clumsy on Chelsea return During a long, draining season it could be Chelsea's biggest weapon.

But it appears right now he has a whole squad of players singing from the same hymn sheet and relishing their moments on the field. Potter made it clear in his post-match press conference that getting that balance of minutes right is crucial, both for the success on the pitch and the morale in the dressing room. Rather than suffer without the game-to-game rhythm, the likes of Jorginho looked refreshed by the rotation. The incoming Conor Gallagher was excellent, while Trevoh Chalobah did not drop a beat on his first start of the season, and Cesar Azpilicueta was at his reliable best at right wing-back. There were seven changes from the midweek crushing of Serie A title holders AC Milan in the Champions League but even with Wesley Fofana injured, Thiago Silva nursing a cold and Reece James, Ben Chilwell and Raheem Sterling invited to rest up in the dugout, Chelsea clicked from the first whistle. Chelsea 3-0 Wolves - Report and highlights.FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Chelsea's win against Wolves

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