Southampton will have to give their all to qualify for the quarter-finals against tough opponents Chelsea. Welcome to the CHE vs SOU Dream11 team prediction and preview.
Chelsea were struggling in their last EFL encounter which they were able to win on penalties followed by a brilliant set of fixtures earning them 4 wins in the last 5 matches.
Southampton have also shown great fighting spirit losing 2 games in their last 5 matches along with 2 comfortable wins in the EFL cup that should keep them prepared for this challenge.
Probable Winner, Match Prediction and Betting Odds
Chelsea should be able to win the match with most of the ball possession.
Betting Odds
CHE- 1.47 Draw – 4.74 SOU- 78.00
Team News
Timo Werner, Romelu Lukaku, and Jack Stephens are injured for this game.
N’Golo Kanté and Christian Pulisic are doubtful to appear.
James Ward-Prowse is suspended for this match.
Probable Playing 11
Chelsea
Kepa (GK), James, Chalobah, Sarr, Alonso, Loftus-Cheek, Kovacic, Saul, Ziyech, Havertz, Hudson-Odoi
Southampton
Forster (GK), Valery, Lyanco, Salisu, Perraud, Diallo, Romeu, Tella, Armstrong, Djenepo, Adams
Match Details
EFL Cup
Match: Chelsea vs Southampton
Date And Time: 27th October, 12:15 am IST
Venue: Stamford Bridge, London, England.
Top Scorer:
Chelsea
Timo Werner ( 1 Goal )
Southampton
Mohamed Elyounoussi ( 3 Goals )
CHE vs SOU Dream11 Team Prediction, Fantasy Football Picks, Preview
Goal-keeper
F.Forster (8.5 Cr) has been playing an important role in front of the Southampton goal for the EFL Cup as he will need to bring all his focus on this crucial contest.
Defenders
M.Alonso (9.0 Cr) has scored 1 goal with 1 assist this season with brilliant performances in all matches from both the left-backs can be a huge boost for this match.
R.James (9.0 Cr) made his return from injury in their last Premier League match as it didn’t take much time to make his mark on the scoresheet making him our prime choice for this match.
Lyanco (8.5 Cr) works as the center back and has been a part of their last EFL game which should keep him pumped for this important contest.
Midfielders
H.Ziyech (9.5 Cr) should be able to play an attacking role as he did in the last PL match where he was able to thump several shorts on target after coming from the bench.
C.Hudson-Odoi (9.0 Cr) will be boosting with confidence after scoring 2 goals in his last PL match which shows amazing resilience in attack along with his defensive capabilities that make him our prime choice.
R.Loftus-Cheek (9.0 Cr) has played a solid role in the minimal game time he has received this season after being a crucial part in completing Mount’s hattrick with a fabulous assist.
M.Kovacic (8.5 Cr) was also able to make his contributions by providing an arrey of assists to help the front line which should continue in this contest.
Forwards
K.Havertz (10 Cr) was expected to score in his last match but he couldn’t however this match could be his chance to retain his focus that can increase his contributions drastically.
C.Adams (9.5 Cr) provided 2 assists in the first 2 premier league matches alongside tough teams which shows his ability to perform well under pressure which can increase his contributions.
A.Armstrong (9.5 Cr) has provided one goal and one assist in the Premier League and should be channel an attacking form in this matchmaking him a potential game-changer.
Captain And Vice-Captain
C.Hudson-Odoi is our captain because of his consistent contributions and improving form.
R.James will be our vice-captain because of independence in both attack and defense
Dream11 Team
Forster, James (VC), Alonso, Lyanco, Kovacic, Loftus-Cheek, Ziyech, C.Hudson-Odoi (C), Havertz, Armstrong, Adams.
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The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.