Chelsea, Qarabag and Champions League
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Chelsea Seek Momentum in Premier League Clash with Struggling WolvesChelsea return to Stamford Bridge on Saturday night for a Premier League fixture that carries significance for both sides, although
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Chelsea were held to a shock 2-2 draw by hosts Qarabag FK on Wednesday in the Champions League, adding pressure on Enzo Maresca. The Blues' first goal came from winger Estevao, who cut inside in the box just after the quarter-hour mark before finishing low on the right.
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Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca is growing in optimism Cole Palmer will return from a groin injury in time to face Barcelona in the Champions League later this month. Palmer has not played since being substituted against Manchester United in September due to the problem.
The damage was done in the first period, as goals from Andrey Santos, Tyrique George and Estevao saw Enzo Maresca 's side enter the half-time break with a three-goal advantage. Wolves had one back early in the second period through Tolu Arokodare, before David Moller Wolfe struck a second for the hosts in the 73rd minute.
Chelsea say their academy players were racially abused during a 5-0 win against Qarabag in Baku in the Uefa Youth League.