Chelsea vs Southampton: A tactical and statistical review of the match

By Marc Walker | Oct 18, 2020

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 17: Theo Walcott of Southampton in action during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Southampton at Stamford Bridge on October 17, 2020 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Ben Stansall - Pool/Getty Images) /

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Jannick Vestergaard of Southampton (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) /

Southampton took their unbeaten run in the Premier League to three games after claiming an excellent point away at Chelsea.

Saints fell behind to a Timo Werner brace early on but were handed a lifeline just before half-time through Danny Ings’ fourth goal of the season.

They then got back level when Che Adams seized upon a dreadful mistake from Kepa Arrizabalaga but fell behind again when Kai Havertz tapped home from close-range.

However, Saints continued to push forward and got their equaliser after enjoying a very strong second period – Jannik Vestergaard stooping to head home Theo Walcott’s bouncing shot.

Here is a statistical and analytical look at how Saints got the least they deserved in South London (All stats via whoscored.com unless stated):