Chelsea delivered a resounding 3-0 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, a performance that not only lifted them to second place in the Premier League but also alleviated mounting pressure on manager Enzo Maresca. The win, marked by Malo Gusto’s first professional goal, Joao Pedro’s clinical finish, and Pedro Neto’s late strike, came after a week of scrutiny over Maresca’s rotation policy. Critics, including former Manchester United star Wayne Rooney, had questioned Maresca’s decision to make seven changes in Chelsea’s midweek Champions League draw against Qarabag. However, Maresca defended his approach, citing the physical demands on players, and made eight changes for the Wolves clash. The strategy paid off as Chelsea dominated the second half, showcasing their depth and resilience. Despite a sluggish first half, Chelsea found their rhythm after the break, with Gusto breaking the deadlock in the 51st minute. Emerging talent Estevao Willian, introduced in the second half, made an immediate impact by assisting Pedro’s goal in the 65th minute. Neto sealed the victory in the 73rd minute, capping off a strong team performance. Maresca expressed confidence in his methods, stating, ‘Inside, we are convinced we are going in the right direction.’ Meanwhile, Wolves, now led by academy coaches James Collins and Richard Walker following Vitor Pereira’s dismissal, remain rooted to the bottom of the table, eight points from safety. The win positions Chelsea within six points of league leaders Arsenal, providing a morale boost ahead of the international break.