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    Wolves 1 Fulham 2: Visitors score right at the start of both halves to throw European race wide open again

    RYAN SESSEGNON produced a reminder of the form that made him hot property not so long ago.He scored his first Premier League goal in over two and a half years to provide the platform for Fulham’s victory at Molineux.Fulham defeated Wolves to keep their European hopes aliveCredit: RexRyan Sessegnon opened the scoring for Fulham less than a minute after kick-offCredit: RexWolves ace Joao Gomes equalised shortly after Fulham’s openerCredit: AlamyFulham star Rodrigo Muniz scored the winner against WolvesCredit: GettyRodrigo Muniz’s sweet second-half lob kept the Cottagers on course for their first European campaign in 13 years.But the game was also a milestone for injury-hit Sessegnon who struck after just one minute to stun Wolves.This was his first top-flight start since playing for Tottenham in the North London derby just over two years ago.And he grabbed the opportunity with both hands.Read More on FootballFrom the start, Muniz found Andreas Pereira who fed the ball out left to Sessegnon, who fired his shot past keeper Jose Sa.That was his first Premier League goal since netting for Spurs against Bournemouth in October 2022.The left wing-back began his career at Fulham before returning on a free last summer.But he started just 26 league games in five years at Tottenham – after being plagued by hamstring problems over the past 18 months.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTravelling Fulham fans sang “He’s one of our own” about a player who left for Spurs in 2019.But Sessegnon was at fault for Wolves’ 18th-minute leveller.Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey slams decision not to overturn Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card in Arsenal’s win over WolvesHe failed to deal with a Jean-Ricner Bellegarde cross and Joao Gomes netted from 15 yards with a powerful finish.But Wolves fell asleep again at the start of the second half – just as they had done an hour earlier.Boss Vitor Pereira must have been furious to see his players looking sluggish once more.Ex-Molineux forward Adama Traore threaded a pinpont through ball for Muniz who lifted the ball superbly over Sa and into the net.Fulham boss Marco Silva made five changes from the side that lost to Crystal Palace on Saturday – presumably with Sunday’s FA Cup tie at Manchester United in mind.Silva clearly wants some retribution for the cup clash at Old Trafford two years ago when he and two players were sent off.Fulham eyeing EuropeBut was this a weakened line-up? Not a bit of it.Fulham took the game to Wolves and made the most of the hosts’ slow start to each half.It was a result that leaves Silva’s side in ninth place – just two points behind Manchester City.The last time Fulham made it to Europe was in the 2011-12 season – but with a fierce battle, and possibly eighth place being enough to qualify, the opportunity is there.Wolves’ relegation battle continuesWolves are still not out of the woods when it comes to being drawn back into the bottom three – but it would take a big revival from Ipswich or Leicester to plunge them into danger again.They wanted to build on Saturday’s win at Bournemouth, but Fulham killed the game off in the second half and Wolves could not find a way through again.Matheus Cunha provided Wolves’ best chance of getting back into the game – but he was off target as Pereira’s men struggled despite a bright first half.Ex-Wolves striker Jimenez was welcomed by the Molineux fans when he came on as a second-half sub.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd he almost scored Fulham’s third when he brought a solid save out of Sa.Wolves fans applauded both Jimenez and Traore at the final whistle in an emotional moment for both. More

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    Erik ten Hag reveals he’s started completely new job and may NEVER go back to football management after Man Utd sacking

    ERIK TEN HAG hinted he may NEVER return to management after his dismissal from Manchester United.Ten Hag, 55, was sacked in October following a poor start to the season that left United 14th in the Premier League table.Erik ten Hag hinted he may never return to management after his Manchester United exitCredit: PAEx-Man Utd boss Ten Hag is currently working with his familyCredit: AlamyThe Dutch tactician was replaced by Ruben Amorim a month later -but the Portuguese head coach hasn’t fared much better with the Red Devils now even lower, in 15th in the top flight.The ex-Ajax boss is currently enjoying some time off away from the spotlight of the dugout.And Ten Hag confirmed that he’s keeping his options wide open when it comes to his next move.That includes a potential early end to his managerial career, which saw him winning three Eredivisie titles and two Dutch Cups with Ajax, before lifting the FA Cup and Carabao Cup with Man Utd.Read More on Man UtdThe ex-Utrecht boss would be open to a new project that “suits him” but is currently happy working away from football with his family.The Dutchman’s father Hennie owns a successful real estate company, while his brothers Michel and Rico are running several finance firms.Ten Hag told SEG Stories: “I don’t know how my career will develop. But I’m going to try my best.”Provided something comes along that suits me. There are so many other things I could do.Most read in Football”Maybe in football, in a new position as a manager. That’s an option. And maybe something completely different.”I’ve been working with my brothers lately. We have our own company. Or rather: they have their own company.Erik ten Hag gives major update on future and reveals he ‘misses Old Trafford’ after Man Utd sacking “But we also run a company together with our father. That’s also something I love to do.”I can now give that more attention and it’s also a lot of fun.” More

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    Wrexham star facing battle to play again this year after devastating ACL injury and being carried off on stretcher

    WREXHAM ace Andy Cannon could be facing a battle to play again this season after suffering a “bad” knee injury.Cannon, 28, was given oxygen and stretchered off during the Red Dragons’ 2-1 victory at Mansfield Town on Sunday in League One.Wrexham ace Andy Cannon could be facing a battle to play again this seasonCredit: RexWrexham ace Cannon required oxygen after suffering a ‘bad’ knee injuryCredit: PAThe midfielder appeared to have seriously injured his leg after being tackled by Mansfield’s Louis Reed on 36 minutes at Field Mill.The ex-Hull ace looked in real discomfort after falling to the ground awkwardly as opposing players checked on him.Wrexham medics immediately rushed onto the pitch to come to Cannon’s aid and team-mates soon formed a protective huddle around him.The central midfielder subsequently received lengthy medical treatment and was given oxygen.Read More on FootballThe ex-Portsmouth ace helped doctors hold the oxygen mask to his face before he was eventually stretchered off.Wrexham confirmed their player suffered a ruptured ACL and will undergo surgery.The club, which is owned by Hollwyood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, also announced Cannon faces a “significant period of rehabilitation time”.Wrexham issued the following statement: “Wrexham AFC can confirm midfielder Andy Cannon suffered a ruptured ACL in the match against Mansfield Town on Sunday (February 23).Most read in EFL”The midfielder was stretchered off in the first half, and following a scan the serious extent of his injury is now known.”The 28-year-old has met with a specialist this evening and will undergo surgery next week, and faces a significant period of rehabilitation time post-surgery.”Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson confirmed at full-time that it doesn’t look good.Parkinson said: “Andy looks like a bad injury. His knee. But we don’t know the extent.”It’s not easy when a great lad like Andy is stretchered off. I said to the lads at half-time, ‘C’mon, let’s do this for Andy’ and they did that.” More

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    Prince William meets new England boss Thomas Tuchel at Windsor Castle ahead of German’s first match in charge

    FOOTY fan Prince William gave the new England boss a winning start at Windsor Castle – as he gave a warm handshake to Thomas Tuchel.William, 42, spent an hour chatting about football and, of course, his favourite football team Aston Villa’s Champions League form.Prince William shakes hands with new England boss Thomas Tuchel at Windsor CastleCredit: InstagramTuchel’s first game in charge is against Albania at Wembley on March 21Credit: GettyWills with England ace Harry Kane at the Euros last summerCredit: EPAThe Prince of Wales cheered Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions from the stands in Germany as they went all the way to final at Euro 2024 only to agonisingly lose against Spain.And he took Prince George to games at Wembley during their run to the final in Euro 2021.Tuchel, 51, who won the Champions League with Chelsea, officially took on the ‘Impossible Job’ in January.Wills and Tuchel first met in the stands when Villa beat Celtic 4-2 last month.Read More on SportSources close to William, who is Patron of the FA, said yesterday’s royal welcome was an opportunity for the German boss to share his views on the team since taking over and his hopes for the future.While William was highly likely to speak about Villa’s European campaign and last 16 clash with Club Brugge next week, they said.Tuchel’s first game in charge is against Albania at Wembley on March 21 and his contract runs out after the 2026 World Cup.Thomas Tuchel’s first day at St. George’s Park as he meets England staff and coaches More

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    ‘World’s sexiest footballer’ Alisha Lehmann drops major hint over second career in modelling after lingerie shoot

    The world’s most feted female footballer online is ready for a racy new Alisha life.Even Roger Federer hasn’t served up as big a presence on Instagram as Alisha Lehmann, who is Switzerland’s top sporting influencer.Alisha Lehmann says it’s important to ‘feel good’Credit: Instagram @tezenisofficialShe was delighted with these ‘really beautiful’ picturesCredit: Instagram @tezenisofficialThe photos drew more than 500k likes on InstagramCredit: Instagram @tezenisofficialThe Swiss forward joined Juventus from Aston Villa last summerCredit: GettyNow the striker’s following could soar further – after she revealed she is keen to do more lingerie modelling.Lehmann had raised her profile on the pitch even further last summer when she made a unique piece of transfer history.The 26-year-old and boyfriend Douglas Luiz both switched from Aston Villa to Juventus.Unfortunately Luiz has struggled for a regular start with the men’s team, while Lehmann is currently out injured for the women’s side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut off the field she’s made great strides – with a possible second career beckoning.Lehmann attracted more than 500,000 Instagram likes when she shared a photoshoot with underwear brand Tezenis ahead of Valentine’s Day.Now she’s confirmed she’d love to take it further – with more such glamour roles.Lehmann told 20 minutes: “We really worked together well and had a great shoot. Most read in Football”We were able to take some really beautiful pictures. I’m happy!”Lehmann – regularly called “the world’s sexiest footballer” – then revealed some of her inner, winner, linger-ie secrets.Alisha Lehmann in space gearThe former West Ham player said: “For a woman who is confident and wants to show that she is confident, it is important that she feels good. “And this lingerie is really very comfortable. What I also like is that it is underwear that every woman can wear. “No matter what her body type is. I really like wearing it myself.”Lehmann’s followers appeared delighted with her news in briefs.And one described her as the “the most beautiful footballer of all time”.That’s quite a statement for the “beautiful game”.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd not many fans engaged with that argument.But plenty made a more simple claim – that “Douglas Luiz is a lucky man”.A glimpse into the life of the influencer…Alisha is top of the crops online with a huge haul of followersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/alishalehmann7/?hl=enAlisha and partner Douglas Luiz both joined JuveCredit: instagram @alishalehmann7She was a sight for sauna eyes in this shotCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7The 26-year-old has 16.7m followers on InstagramCredit: instagram @alishalehmann7Alisha previously played for Aston VillaCredit: RexLehmann was one of the WSL’s top starsCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7She has amassed a loyal followingCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7Lehmann was asked if she could send Drake one of her football shirtsCredit: instagram/alishalehmann7The footballer is sponsored by PrimeCredit: Instagram / @alishalehmann7She is also a 58-cap Switzerland internationalCredit: Getty More

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    I woke up in hospital after gruesome injury… and phone call from Sir Alex Ferguson speaks volumes about the man he is

    A FORMER Manchester United ace opened up about an incredible gesture Sir Alex Ferguson made at a dark time when he thought his career was over.Ferguson, 83, is considered by many as the greatest manager of all time having won 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups and two Champions League trophies during his 17-year reign at Old Trafford.Sir Alex Ferguson was praised by one of his former Manchester United hopefulsCredit: GettyPhilip Mulryne revealed an amazing gesture he received from Ferguson after he left Man UtdCredit: PA:Empics SportSir Alex also gets credit for turning some of United’s greatest young prospects into legends, including David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and the famed Class of 92.One of Man Utd’s lesser-known academy graduates who got an opportunity to shine under Fergie is Philip Mulryne.Mulryne, 47, joined the Red Devils’ academy at the age of 14 and made his senior debut under the Scottish great on the final day of the 1997-98 campaign.The former midfielder, though, never managed to earn a permanent spot in the first team and that led to a mere five appearances until his move to Norwich a year later.Read More on Man UtdBut a year after joining the Canaries, the ex-Northern Ireland international suffered a devastating leg break which put his career at serious risk.As he was lying on a hospital bed agonising about his future, the phone rang, and it was Ferguson reaching out to him and offering him the opportunity to rehabilitate at Old Trafford.The footballer – who has since become a priest – returned to Old Trafford for a celebration of the club’s academy and shared his incredible story to an audience of current United hopefuls.Mulryne said: “I just want to say, as a testament to the club and what he [Ferguson] did, first of all he gave me my debut.Most read in Football“But a year after I signed for Norwich, I broke my leg. It nearly ended my career.“I woke up in hospital that night and the first phone call I got was the gaffer, offering that I could come back to the club for all my rehabilitation, and I had left the club a year.Ruben Amorim blames results on the pitch for Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s brutal Man Utd cuts “That was unbelievable for me and that was testament to the personal element to the club, not just the on-the-field, off-the-field attention to the person. “That’s a wonderful testament to the club and the people in it.” More

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    ‘We’re not Arsenal… win or leave’ – Chelsea fans hold protest against Todd Boehly ownership group and demand they sell

    CHELSEA fans fumed “We’re not Arsenal” as they held a protest against Todd Boehly’s ownership group at Stamford Bridge.Hundreds of Blues supporters gathered outside the stadium ahead of Tuesday night’s Premier League clash with Southampton.Chelsea are facing a third season without Champions League footballCredit: PAThe Blues have won just three of their last 12 gamesCredit: PAChelsea players will be hoping for victory against the Saints tonightCredit: PAAnother declared: “BlueCo, Clearlake, Boehly, (Hansjorg) Wyss, (Jose) Feliciano and (Behdad) Eghbali. You’re destroying our club.”One noted: “No stadium plans, no UCL football, average squad, player trading obsession.”Another simply added: “We’re not Arsenal. Win or f**k off.”Numerous chants were also heard from the Chelsea fans gathered outside the Bridge.Among them included “Jose Mourinho”, “Roman Abramovich”, “You should have bought Brighton”, and “You’ve won us f**k all.”Chelsea stars will be hoping to cheer the protestors up by delivering an emphatic win against Southampton tonight.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe visitors are rooted to the bottom of the table.And anything less than a straightforward victory will not go down well with doubters. More

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    Chelsea vs Southampton LIVE SCORE: Latest updates from Stamford Bridge as Gomes fires Wolves back level in early game

    CHELSEA welcome Southampton for a huge Premier League clash TONIGHT!The Blues will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2-1 loss away at Aston Villa on the weekend.Chelsea took the lead in the West Midlands, but a Marco Asensio double saw the Villans complete the turnaround.Enzo Maresca will be hoping his men can put an end to their losing run against a Southampton side that is rock bottom of the table.SunSport will also bring you all the goals from all the other matches taking place in the Premier League this evening.Kick off time: 8.15pm GMTTV channel: TNT Sports 1Live stream: discovery+Chelsea team: To follow…Southampton team: To follow…CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Coach ready for tough fixtureThe Chelsea boss spoke with BT Sports about his decision to bring Jadon Sancho and Tosin into the team, as well as whether he thinks bottom of the table Southampton offer a dangerous threat:Jadon is working well so we wanted to give him some minutes. He is arriving in the box and creating chances. I don’t trust any game, you prepare in the best way, it is a tricky/tough game. Hopefully we can win.Enzo MarescaChelseaCopy linkCopiedWolves 1-1 Fulham18. Finally Molineux breathes a sigh of relief as their team manages to get back on level terms in this one.Semedo picks out Gomes in the middle and he drives his shot into the top corner to give Leno no chance.Now we have a game on our hands in this one.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Joao Gomes (Wolves)Copy linkCopiedChelsea dream of promised landIt was something the club were able to take for granted for some time but now, Champions League football seems a distant memory.The fans want to see their team competing at the highest level once again and in order to achieve it, they need to rediscover their form.Tonight, they have the chance to move back into fourth place in the table and put pressure on the sides chasing for that coveted top four spot.Copy linkCopiedBrighton 1-0 Bournemouth12. Joao Pedro wins a penalty for The Seagulls as he looks to take the ball past Kepa and keeper brings him down.The referee points to the spot and VAR sees nothing to change that.Brighton’s striker picks himself up and slots the ball into the bottom corner to give Fabian Hurzeler’s side the lead.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Joao Pedro (Brighton)Copy linkCopiedCole looking to cool down concernsOne thing that is integral to this Chelsea team getting results in the last few seasons is the form of Cole Palmer.If he is on form, he makes The Blues tick, without that things tend to go pear-shaped for Maresca’s side.’Cold Palmer’ will be hoping he can get that ice coarsing through his veins once again as they lock horns with The Saints tonight.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedWolves 0-1 Fulham1. What a start to the match from The Cottagers.Pereira plays it into Sessegnon, wide in the penalty area, as he drills a left-footed shot into the far corner.Not the start the hosts were hoping for after their impressive win on the south coast against Bournemouth on the weekend.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Ryan Sessegnon (Fulham)Copy linkCopiedPassions reaching fever-pitch in West LondonAs the fans continue to make themselves heard outside Stamford Bridge, Blues’ fans hope they can start seeing this sort of passion from their high-paid players.Results and performances have really dropped off since the festive schedule and a top four finish hangs in the balance.Maresca will expect nothing but victory against tonight’s visitors Southampton, who are rooted to the bottom of the table.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graham Hill at MolineuxBoth teams have something to go for at Molineux this evening. A win for Wolves would take Vitor Pereira’s side a step closer to Premier League safety – but Fulham still have ambitions of making it into Europe. Eighth spot could be enough so expect Marco Silva’s side to make a determined effort to make up for Saturday’s defeat to Crystal Palace.Two Portuguese managers are on show here, and judging by their pre-match chat, they seem to get on very well. Former Wolves striker Raul Jimenez got a good welcome when he stepped off the Fulham team coach – but he is only a sub this evening.Copy linkCopiedMisfiring Blues favourites for victoryDespite their in and out form, the bookies cannot see anything but a Chelsea win at Stamford Bridge this evening.Chelsea – 1/6Draw – 7/1Southampton – 12/1All match odds brought to you Betway.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graham Nickless at Amex StadiumBournemouth were forced to rearranged their back line when they discovered this morning that Illia Zabarnyi had lost his appeal against Saturday’s sending off against Wolves. Tyler Adams came in for the Ukraine defender and David Brooks replaced Marcus Tavernier who went to the bench. Brighton gave January signing, the former Inter Miami star, his full debut while Pervis Estupinan replaced Jack Hinshelwood who joined the subs.Copy linkCopiedChelsea vs Southampton line-ups Chelsea XI: Jorgensen; Gusto, Tosin, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Enzo; Palmer, Sancho, Neto; Nkunku.Southampton XI: Ramsdale; Sugawara, Bree, Bella-Kotchap, Walker-Peters; Downes, Smallbone, Fernandes, Aribo, Kamaldeen; OnuachuCopy linkCopiedChelsea’s horror runThe Blues have endured a torrid time of things since Christmas.Prior to their clash with Everton, Enzo Maresca’s side were presented with a chance to go TOP of the Premier League – however briefly.But, two months later and Chelsea find themselves 21 points behind Liverpool in first.They need to turn the form around and fast, as Man City, Newcastle, Aston Villa and Bournemouth all contend for a Champions League spot next year.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedChelsea protestsAhead of their game with Southampton, Chelsea fans have been protesting against the club’s ownership. Credit: GettyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedBournemouth’s away runThe Cherries love a day on the road.Andoni Iraola’s side haven’t lost an away game since losing 3-2 away at Brentford in NOVEMBER.However – good as their away record is, Brighton already having bragging rights.The Seagulls came to the Vitality in November and won 2-1, with the Bournemouth goal not coming until deep into added time.Brighton are on a game of three wins in a row after their 7-0 battering by Nottingham Forest, and haven’t conceded in 180 Premier League minutes.Their last seven Premier League away games: 🟢 4-2 vs. Wolves🟢 2-1 vs. Ipswich Town🟢 3-0 vs. Manchester United🟡 2-2 vs. Fulham🟡 2-2 vs. Chelsea🟢 4-1 vs. Newcastle United 🟢 3-1 vs. SouthamptonCredit: RexCopy linkCopiedWolves Teen17 year old talent Matheus Mane will be on the bench for Wolves today, one year after signing with the club.From Non-league at Rochdale last year to first team at Wolves tonight.Copy linkCopiedWolves vs Fulham line-ups Wolves XI: Sa; Semedo, Doherty, Bueno, Gomes, Ait Nouri; Andre, Gomes; Bellegarde, Munetsi; CunhaFulham XI: Leno; Castagne, Diop, Andersen, Cuenca, Sessegnon; Lukic, Berge; Pereia, Traore; MunizCopy linkCopiedBrighton vs Bournemouth line-ups Brighton XI: Verbruggen; Lamptey, Van Hecke, Webster, Estupinan; Baleba, Gomez; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; PedroBournemouth XI: Arrizabalaga; Cook, Hill, Huijsen, Kerkez; Christie, Adams; Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo; Ouattara Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace vs Aston Villa line-ups – Asensio and Rashford on BENCHCrystal Palace XI: Henderson, Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Munoz, Hughes, Wharton, Mitchell; Sarr, Mateta, EzeAston Villa XI: Martinez; Garcia, Konsa, Disasi, Digne; McGinn, Tielemans, Bogarde; Ramsey, Rogers, WatkinsCopy linkCopiedAsensi-hero’s and VillainsMarco Asensio scored a brace for the Villains last time out.Aston Villa are surging towards the Champions League for a second season in a row, with the Spanish attacker helping Unai Emery’s side see off Chelsea. Their win was not without the helping hand of Filip Jorgensen, who arguably could have saved his winner. Crystal Palace will be hoping their clash against Aston Villa would be on the road, winning all FIVE of their last away games 2-0.There is nobody better than in-form Jean Philip Mateta, who has provided a goal or an assist in four of those five games.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedPremier League table heading into tonight’s gamesWe are at a crucial moment in the season, with points making all the difference as we tick towards the business end.Liverpool – 64 pts Arsenal – 53 Nottingham Forest – 47Man City – 44 Newcastle – 44Bournemouth – 43Chelsea – 43Aston Villa – 43Brighton – 40Fulham – 39Brentford – 37Tottenham – 33Crystal Palace – 33Everton – 31Man United – 30West Ham – 30Wolves – 22Ipswich – 17Leicester – 17Southampton – 9Copy linkCopiedHow to watch all of the action tonightTNT Sports are covering EVERY Premier League game LIVE over the next three nights. The games will be on these channels: TNT Sports 1: Chelsea vs Southampton TNT Sports 2: Crystal Palace vs Aston VillaTNT Sports 3: Brighton vs BournemouthTNT Sports 4: Wolves vs FulhamBut, make sure to keep an eye on SunSport’s blog to keep up to date with the action from EVERY Premier League game.Copy linkCopiedMidweek Premier League Welcome to SunSport’s coverage of Chelsea vs Southampton, and all the Premier League games live TONIGHT.Enzo Maresca’s out-of-form Blues welcome the Premier League’s bottom side Southampton in tonight’s 8:15pm GMT kick-off.Both sides come into the fixture with identical records, having both lost four and only won once in their previous five games.Chelsea’s win came over West Ham, whereas Southampton’s came over Ipswich.There are three other games to dig your teeth into this evening before kick-off at Stamford Bridge.Brighton host Bournemouth at the Amex, Champions League chasing Aston Villa travel to Crystal Palace, and Wolves take on Fulham.All of the action is LIVE on TNT Sports.Alternatively, follow SunSport’s live blog!Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied More