Chelsea 0-2 Southampton: Hits and Flops from the game

Hit: Michael Obafemi

Chelsea FC v Southampton FC - Premier League

The Ireland International had a rare start for the Saints as Hasenhutti decided to put Danny Ings on the bench. Obafemi started the game as a part of a two-man strike force that threatened to break away on the counter. His speed and tenacity caused Chelsea quite a few issues and he found a lot of joy in the gap between Emerson and Tomori. Obafemi’s direct approach and his driving run from the right side also put a lot of pressure on the Chelsea midfield, who had to stay alert to track his movements.

The 19-year-old justified his selection in the first half itself. Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg put him free through the right with acres of space ahead of him to run into. Obafemi easily went past Tomori and shifted to his left side. He ran away from Zouma and unleashed a perfect finish into the top left corner. It was a goal that put the away side on the front foot and helped them gain control of the game.