Gittens shines in Wolves vs Chelsea 4-3 thriller; Pereira's future uncertain.

Chelsea progressed to the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup after defeating Wolverhampton Wanderers in a thrilling match at Molineux. Chelsea took a commanding 3-0 lead in the first half with goals from Andrey Santos, Tyrique George, and Estevao Willian. However, defensive lapses allowed Wolves to mount a comeback in the second half, making it a close finish.

Chelsea's comfortable lead was put in jeopardy by their own mistakes, leading to Wolves scoring two goals in the second half. Liam Delap's return to the game was marred by receiving two yellow cards and being sent off for elbowing Emmanuel Agbadou in the face. Despite a late goal by Jamie Gittens, Chelsea had to hold on to secure the win. They will face Cardiff City in the next round.

The match showcased Chelsea's attacking depth but also highlighted their vulnerability in defense, particularly from set pieces. The team made several changes from their previous game, giving opportunities to players like Gittens, who had a standout performance with his first assists for the club. Santos also impressed with a goal and an assist, showing his potential after returning from a loan spell.

Santos played a crucial role in Chelsea's dominant first-half performance, easing any nerves with an early goal and setting up another. His energetic midfield display was a positive sign for Chelsea, who have high hopes for the young Brazilian player. Despite initial struggles to adapt to English football, Santos's performance against Wolves demonstrated his value to the team.

Wolves' coach Vitor Pereira faced criticism from fans as his team struggled to match Chelsea's performance. Despite making significant changes to the lineup, Wolves failed to pose a serious threat to Chelsea in the first half. However, an improved second-half display showed resilience from the players, providing some relief for Pereira amid a challenging run of results.

Pereira expressed disappointment over Delap's red card, emphasizing the need for discipline on the pitch. The coach acknowledged the team's shortcomings and the importance of maintaining composure in crucial moments. Chelsea's next match is against Tottenham in the Premier League on Saturday, November 1.