Chelsea’s dominance in their 5-1 victory over Southampton has raised questions regarding their involvement in the Premier League title race. Enzo Maresca’s claims that Chelsea are not contenders in the title race are becoming less believable as they continue to impress on the pitch. Despite Southampton’s struggles at the bottom of the table, Chelsea’s depth and attacking prowess were on full display in their latest match.
Axel Disasi, Christopher Nkunku, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, and Jadon Sancho all contributed to Chelsea’s emphatic win, piling more pressure on Southampton and their manager Russell Martin. Despite missing several key players, Chelsea showcased their strength in depth, with players like Enzo Fernandez, Joao Felix, and Nkunku impressing in the match. Southampton’s string of mistakes and defensive errors allowed Chelsea to run riot, leaving them rooted to the bottom of the league.
Maresca described the match against Southampton as Chelsea’s “worst” game of the season, despite making several changes to the starting lineup. Fourth-choice keeper Filip Jorgensen made his Premier League debut, as Chelsea still managed to secure a comfortable victory. Although Southampton initially showed some promise in attack, they were quickly undone by Chelsea’s set-piece prowess and attacking talent.
Chelsea’s relentless pressure and attacking threat proved too much for Southampton to handle, as they struggled to cope with the likes of Felix, Madueke, and Nkunku. Despite Lumley’s efforts in goal, Chelsea’s attacking trio continued to exploit Southampton’s defensive weaknesses, culminating in a comprehensive victory. Southampton’s frustration was compounded by Stephens’ red card for a needless foul, further unraveling their already fragile defense.
Chelsea’s clinical finishing and dominant performance highlighted their credentials as title contenders, despite Maresca’s attempts to downplay their chances. The team’s ability to adapt and rotate the squad effectively bodes well for their ambitions in the league. With fan chants of having “their Chelsea back,” the team’s confidence and momentum are growing as they continue to put pressure on their rivals at the top of the table. Sancho’s first goal for the club was the icing on the cake in a night of celebration for Chelsea and their fans.
