class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Both sides have been in strong scoring form and we think there is every chance of another high-scoring Premier League clash when they meet in London
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Chelsea welcome Southampton to Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon with Frank Lampard’s men aiming to continue their strong home form in the Premier League.
The Blues have won seven of their last eight home league clashes but face a Saints side who had one of the best away records in the English top-flight last term.
Chelsea vs Southampton Latest Odds
Only Liverpool and Manchester City bettered Southampton’s total of nine away wins last season and Ralph Hasenhuttl’s men can be backed at 11/2 (6.50) with bet365.
The side from the south coast triumphed 2-0 on their previous visit to west London but Chelsea are offered at 9/20 (1.45) to avenge that defeat, with the draw available at 15/4 (4.75).
Chelsea vs Southampton Team News
Edouard Mendy picked up a muscle injury on international duty and is out, but Ben Chilwell returns and Hakim Ziyech could his debut for the Blues after playing for Morocco during the international break.
The visitors remain without new signing Mohamed Salisu, who is yet to feature since joining from Real Valladolid, while Stuart Armstrong is also out.
Chelsea: Arrizabalaga; Azpilicueta, Christensen, Zouma, Chilwell; Kante, Jorginho; Pulisic, Havertz, Mount; Werner
Southampton: McCarthy; Walker-Peters, Bednarek, Vestergaard, Bertrand; Walcott, Ward-Prowse, Romeu, Redmond; Adams, Ings
Chelsea vs Southampton Preview
After starting the campaign with two defeats, Southampton have responded well by recording back-to-back wins and head to the capital hopeful of claiming something from the weekend clash.
Chelsea have also recorded two wins from their four league matches so far this term, and the Blues’ tendency for being involved in high-scoring games has continued from the previous campaign.
Indeed, the Stamford Bridge outfit’s encounters last season averaged 3.24 goals – the second highest in the division – with Lampard’s men netting in 14 of their last 16 league matches.
Southampton have scored in 10 of their last 11 league clashes, including both matches against Chelsea last season, and there should be a strong temptation to back goals at both ends on Saturday.
Chelsea vs Southampton Tips and Predictions
Both teams to score is offered at 7/10 (1.70) while combining this selection with over 2.5 goals sees the odds rise to a healthy-looking 10/11 (1.91).
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.