Wed Dec 04 19:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Chelsea Face Southampton Test in Midweek Clash
**Southampton, England –** In-form Chelsea took on struggling Southampton at St. Mary’s Stadium on Wednesday, December 4th, in a match billed as a potential “trap game.” Despite the significant difference in league standings – Southampton occupying the bottom spot – manager Enzo Maresca opted for a largely strong starting XI rather than widespread rotation.
The match marked the Premier League debut for Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen, who was supported by a familiar defensive line. Other notable inclusions in the starting lineup were Christopher Nkunku and the continuing partnership of Cole Palmer and João Félix in attack.
Southampton’s lineup featured Lumley in goal, and a starting eleven including Walker-Peters, Bree, Stephens, Wood, Manning, Fernandes, Aribo, Armstrong, Fraser, and Archer.
The match kicked off at 7:30 PM GMT (2:30 PM EST; 1:00 AM IST), and was refereed by Tony Harrington (with Matt Donohue as VAR). Broadcast information varied by region; the match was unavailable on major channels in the UK and USA but streamed on Amazon Prime (UK), Peacock (USA), Disney+ Hotstar (India), and DStv Now (NGA). SuperSport Variety held broadcast rights for Nigeria. The article did not contain the match result.
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