Southampton boss Russell Martin is relishing the challenge of facing high-flying Chelsea despite their slow start in the Premier League this season.

It may well be too early to label Chelsea as title contenders, but the Blues are enjoying themselves heading into the festive period and a kind run to end the calendar year means they've got a great chance of extending their unbeaten run.

Southampton has been denied a priceless victory by a controversial VAR decision and ended up drawing with host Brighton 1-1 in the English Premier League.

The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea’s Premier League clash against Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on Wednesday night.

Southampton full back Kyle Walker-Peters spoke to BBC Radio Solent about the Saints' season so far: "Everyone in the team [buys into Russell Martin's style]. Everyone in the team wants to play in this way.

Brighton take on Southampton on Friday, Nov. 29, at the Amex Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. GMT local time, making it a 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT start in the US and Canada, and a 7 a.m. AEDT kickoff in Australia in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Chelsea Poised to Dominate at St Mary’s in Midweek ClashChelsea head into Wednesday night’s Premier League fixture against Southampton as overwhelming favourites. The Blues, under Enzo Maresca,

Chelsea head to Southampton on Wednesday night as they look to keep pace at the top of the Premier League heading into the festive period. A resounding 3-0 win over Aston Villa kept the Blues nine points off league leaders Liverpool – level on points with second place Arsenal who entertain Manchester United the same night.