Southampton vs. Chelsea score

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The Blues appeared to be totally disjoined, especially through the second half as Thomas Tuchel attempted to pull any available strings to inspire a comeback.

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That fell short, and Chelsea once again are left to pick up the pieces as they head back to Stamford Bridge.

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The Blues fall to eighth in the Premier League table with the defeat

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jumped by Southampton who leap into seventh.

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Sterling's goal gives the former Man City forward three on the young season

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he'll be asked to put even more on his shoulders with others around him faltering.

Match

YESTERDAY 30 AUGUST 2022

Southampton 02 Chelsea 1

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