Mauricio Pochettino seeks a season-defining moment for Chelsea as they bask in the glow of Tuesday night's triumph at Stamford Bridge, where they emerged victorious in a nail-biting encounter against Newcastle, sealing the win through a perfect penalty shootout.
In the upcoming clash at Molineux on Sunday, goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic, riding high on his penalty heroics, is set to maintain his pivotal role.
Meanwhile, the impact player Malo Gusto, whose contributions off the bench have not gone unnoticed, is poised to show his attacking prowess at full-back.
Thiago Silva, faced with a series of fixtures, finds himself relegated to the bench, prompting Axel Disasi to shift from right-back to the central defensive position.
Partnering with him is Benoit Badiashile, determined to bounce back from his illness-affected performance against Newcastle.
Levi Colwill, compelled to adapt on the left due to injuries, continues to fill a crucial role in defense.
In the midfield, the much improved performance of Moises Caicedo in recent weeks positions him as a linchpin in marshaling the middle of the park on Sunday.
Conor Gallagher, stepping in for the potentially sidelined Enzo Fernandez, complements Caicedo's efforts.
Leading the charge just ahead of the duo is Cole Palmer, granted the freedom to roam and support the attack.
The attacking trio promises excitement for Chelsea supporters, with Raheem Sterling taking his place on the right flank.
On the opposite side, Mykhailo Mudryk, buoyed by a recent goal, is eager to make his mark on Chelsea's journey.
Upfront, Nicolas Jackson yields his spot to summer signing Christopher Nkunku, who is poised to make his first start for the club.
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