Chelsea dominated their recent match against Southampton, securing a 5-1 victory at St. Mary’s Stadium on December 4, 2024. This win extended their unbeaten run to seven games and set an impressive Premier League record.
Axel Disasi, Christopher Nkunku, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, and Jadon Sancho scored goals for Chelsea.
Southampton was reduced to ten men before halftime after Jack Stephens received a red card for pulling Marc Cucurella’s hair. This numerical disadvantage allowed Chelsea to seize control in the second half, leading to a comprehensive rout.
According to Opta, Chelsea scored five goals from an xG of 5.1, the highest xG ever recorded by an away team in a Premier League game since data collection began in the 2008/09 season. This indicates that Chelsea created numerous high-quality chances and could have scored even more.
Enzo Maresca’s side now sits second in the Premier League, just seven points behind leaders Liverpool. Their next challenge is a crucial London derby against Tottenham, where they will aim to continue their impressive form.
Chelsea’s attacking prowess this season has been sensational, with the team scoring 57 goals in 22 games across all competitions. They have already surpassed their total of 50 goals for the entire 2022–23 campaign. With a current goals-per-game ratio of 2.6, this is their best attacking return in a single season in their history.
Chelsea’s performance against Southampton has set a new standard for attacking football in the Premier League. Fans will eagerly watch to see if the team can maintain this level of play in the coming matches.
