Early Goals Set the Tone
Chelsea took the lead in the 7th minute when Axel Disasi headed the ball into the net. Just four minutes later, Southampton equalized through Joe Aribo.

Nkunku Capitalizes on a Mistake
Christopher Nkunku restored Chelsea’s lead in the 17th minute, taking advantage of a goalkeeping error.

Madueke Extends the Lead
Noni Madueke added a third for Chelsea with a brilliant curling shot into the bottom corner in the 34th minute.

Southampton Down to 10 Men
Before halftime, Southampton’s Jack Stephens was sent off for pulling Marc Cucurella’s hair, leaving the home team at a disadvantage.

Second-Half Dominance
In the second half, Chelsea stayed in control. Cole Palmer scored in the 76th minute to make it 4-1. Jadon Sancho added the fifth goal in the 87th minute, marking his first for the club.

Chelsea’s Record-Breaking Performance
Chelsea recorded an expected goals (xG) total of 5.29, the highest ever for a team playing away in a Premier League match since data collection began in 2008-09. This reflects their dominance and clinical finishing throughout the game.

What’s Next
Chelsea will face London rivals Tottenham in their next match. Meanwhile, Southampton remain bottom of the table and will travel to Aston Villa in search of much-needed points.