CHELSEA will be determined to build on their gruelling win over Leicester City with a victory THIS TUESDAY against Southampton.
The Blues were staring down the barrel of another bad day at the office when Conor Gallagher was shown a red card following two reckless challenges.
However, Raheem Sterling’s double inspired Chelsea to secure all three points at the Bridge.
And the West London outfit will be feel even more confident knowing that their opponents Southampton go into this match off the back of a narrow loss to Manchester United.
Not to mention the drubbing Thomas Tuchel’s men gave to the Saints earlier on this year.
What time does Southampton vs Chelsea kick off?
- Southampton roll out the red carpet for Chelsea on Tuesday, August 30.
- It is scheduled to kick off at 7:45pm UK time.
- St. Mary’s in Southampton is the allocated arena for this encounter and it can hold approximately 32,384 supporters.
- Chelsea humiliated Southampton 6-0 when the sides last met at this very same stadium.
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What TV channel is Southampton vs Chelsea on and can I live stream it?
- Southampton vs Chelsea will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 2 and BT Sport 5 in the UK.
- Pre-match coverage will commence from 7:15pm UK time on BT Sport 2 – 30 minutes before kick-off.
- Subscription holders also have the option to stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or the BT Sport app.
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But the Southampton boss will be delighted to be going into the game against Chelsea with no fresh injury concerns.
However, right-back Valentino Livramento is set to remain in the treatment room.
Elsewhere, Thomas Tuchel is expected to continue without the services of N’Golo Kante who is going through some knee issues.
And the Chelsea gaffer’s midfield woes have been added to following the red card of Conor Gallagher which will see him serve a suspension.
On the flip side, Kalidou Koulibaly should be returning from his one-match ban he picked up during the 3-0 tragedy against Leeds.
Latest odds
- Southampton to win 5/1
- Draw 10/3
- Chelsea to win 11/20
*Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
