After three consecutive away games, Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge as they host relegation-threatened Southampton in the English Premier League on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. The Nerve Africa looks into the upcoming match and provides predictions and betting tips.
Match Overview
Chelsea enter the midweek fixture following a 2-1 weekend defeat to Aston Villa, with Marco Asensio’s brace securing the win for Villa, while Enzo Fernández netted Chelsea’s only goal at Villa Park.
Enzo Maresca’s Blues now sit sixth with 43 points after 26 matches, teetering on the edge of missing out on a UEFA Champions League spot next season.
On the other hand, Southampton suffered a humiliating 4-0 thrashing at the hands of Brighton & Hove Albion over the weekend at St. Mary’s Stadium. The loss left them rock bottom with just nine points from 26 matches.
Chelsea Recent Form Analysis
In their last five matches across all competitions, Chelsea have suffered four defeats, winning just once and failing to register any draws. During this period, they have scored only five goals while conceding 12.
- Last five games: 1 win, 4 losses
- Latest result: Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea
Southampton Recent Form Analysis
Like Chelsea, struggling Southampton have also endured four defeats in their last five outings, winning just once and failing to secure a draw. In this spell, they have scored only four goals while conceding 12.
- Last five games: 1 win, 4 losses
- Latest result: Southampton 0-4 Brighton
Head-to-Head (last five meetings)
- Southampton 1-5 Chelsea
- Chelsea 0-1 Southampton
- Southampton 2-1 Chelsea
- Southampton 0-6 Chelsea
- Chelsea 1 (4-3) 1 Southampton
Our Prediction for Chelsea vs Southampton
While both sides are struggling for results and share similar recent form, Chelsea have superior squad quality and are expected to come out on top.
Recommended Bets:
- Home Win (1) – Odds: 1.24 (1xBet)
- Over 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.28 (1xBet)
Player to Watch
Kamaldeen Sulemana – The Ghanaian winger thrives in big matches and has shown glimpses of brilliance throughout the campaign.
With two goals and two assists in 18 appearances, he remains one of Southampton’s most influential players. If the Saints are to pull off a shock at Stamford Bridge, he will need to deliver a standout performance.
Best odds and betting tips
We’ve identified the following as the best betting tips for this match:
- Home Win (1) @ 1.24 (1xBet)
- Over 2.5 Goals @ 1.28 (1xBet)
