Chelsea’s limp title defence continued with a 3-1 defeat at home by Southampton

                      Steven Davis, Saido Mane and Graziano Pelle scored the visitors’ goals to see Chelsea 16th in the table

Chelsea’s terrible start to the season continued as Southampton came from behind to record a stunning victory at Stamford Bridge.

The Premier League champions took

an early lead through Willian’s free-kick.

Steven Davis drove in an equaliser before Sadio Mane ran through after a defensive error to put Saints ahead.
Graziano Pelle’s angled finish sealed victory for Southampton, who climb to ninth in the table. Chelsea’s fourth defeat of the season leaves them 16th.

The Blues have taken only eight points from a possible 24 this season and are only four above the relegation zone.

Other EPL Results

Crystal Palace 2 – 0 West Bromwich Albion
AFC Bournemouth 1 – 1 Watford
Aston Villa 0 – 1 Stoke City
Manchester City 6 – 1 Newcastle United
Norwich City 1 – 2 Leicester City
Sunderland 2 – 2 West Ham United
Chelsea 1 – 3 Southampton