Chelsea returned to winning ways in convincing fashion as they beat Southampton 4-0 at Stamford Bridge. Around 200 home supporters gathered outside the ground with banners and smoke flares ahead of kick-off to voice opposition to the club's ownership but tensions were eased, temporarily perhaps, as Enzo Maresca's team scored three in the first half to win for only the third time in 11 in the league.
Christopher Nkunku netted his 14th of the season in all competitions, Pedro Neto scored a rare but needed goal in his personal quest for confidence as he lashed in at the near post and Levi Colwill headed a third in to effectively settle the result before half-time. Marc Cucurella's finish from Tyrique George's cutback completed the rout.
