Southampton vs Chelsea Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Enzo Maresca’s Blues are a treat to watch this season. 

After a hard-fought draw against Brighton in the previous game, Southampton are set to lock horns with an informed Chelsea side who are flying this season under their new manager. This clash is set to take place in the St. Mary’s Stadium in the midweek action of the Premier League.  

After a tough start to the season, Southampton are starting to showcase its potential despite results not going in their favour. Russell Martin’s side was unfortunate against Brighton to not secure the three points after seeing a goal ruled out due to offside and missing several chances to seal the victory. Currently languishing in the bottom of the league, the Saints face another tough task against Chelsea who look a threat this season.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are flying under the guidance of Enzo Maresca with the Blues currently occupying the third spot in the league level on points with second-place Arsenal. They look a real threat this season with the way they are playing at the moment, scoring goals for fun while also keeping their clean sheet intact. They dispatched Aston Villa in the previous game scoring three goals while also keeping a clean sheet. 

⏭️ Chelsea (h)You REDS ❤️ pic.twitter.com/11Pd8Mtqo0

— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) December 2, 2024

Kick-off:

Wednesday, 4 December 2024 at 8:30 PM UK

Thursday, 5 December 2024 at 1:00 AM IST

Location: St. Mary’s Stadium

Form:

Southampton (in all competitions): W-W-L-L-D

Chelsea (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Mateus Fernandes (Southampton) 

Mateus Fernandes has been an excellent addition to the team after delivering some consistent performances this season. The former Sporting CP midfielder has one goal to his name in the Premier League while also adding an assist. Fernandes has emerged as a hardworking player who covers a huge amount of ground for them while also doing the defensive side of his game excellently. 

Cole Palmer (⁠Chelsea)

Cole Palmer has been a revelation for the Blues ever since signing for them last summer. He is a real talent who has further flourished under the guidance of Enzo Maresca after scoring another sensational goal to take his tally to eight for the season. This season, Cole Palmer has 14 G/A contributions to his name in 13 appearances. He is one of those players who can provide magic at any moment in the game if given the freedom.

Just a chill guy. #CFC | #CHEAVL pic.twitter.com/hWulh71nAW

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) December 1, 2024

Match Facts

• Southampton played a 1-1 draw with Brighton in the previous league outing
• The Blues secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Aston Villa in the previous league outing
• Southampton have won the previous two outings against Chelsea

Southampton vs Chelsea: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Both teams to score in this game– 4/6 with sky bet
• Tip 2: Chelsea to win this game– 2/5 with William HILL
• Tip 3: Nicolas Jackson to score a goal anytime– 13/10 with bet365

Injury & Team News

Southampton are dealing with several injury issues at the moment. Aaron Ramsdale, Adam Lallana, Gavin Bazunu, Jan Bednarek, William Smallbone, and Ross Stewart are all dealing with injuries and will likely miss this clash.

Meanwhile, Chelsea have two injury concerns in their squad. Wesley Fofana will be out for some time after suffering a hamstring injury against Aston Villa joining Reece James in the injury table. 

🚨⚠️ Enzo Maresca confirms Wesley Fofana has suffered an hamstring injury and his 2024 could be already over.“Early indication suggest 4-5 weeks out”, says Maresca via @kierangill_DM. 🤕 pic.twitter.com/AJdyaWpJkX

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 1, 2024

Head to Head

Total Matches – 113

Southampton – 33

Chelsea – 49

Draws – 31

Predicted lineup

Southampton predicted lineup (5-3-2):

Lumley (GK); Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Stephens, Walker-Peters, Manning; Aribo, Downes, Fernandes; Archer, Armstrong

Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Sanchez (GK); Gusto, Tosin, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Madueke, Palmer, Felix; Jackson

Match Prediction

The Saints displayed a much-improved performance against Brighton but now face a in-form Chelsea side who are dominating at the moment and will fancy their chances against them here. 

Prediction: ⁠Southampton 1-2 Chelsea

Telecast for ⁠Southampton vs Chelsea

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