CHELSEA host Southampton as the Carabao Cup enters the fourth round.
And the Blues could be boosted by the return of N’Golo Kante from illness as they aim to book their place in the draw for the final eight.
When asked after the Norwich win at the weekend about the Frenchman’s fitness, boss Thomas Tuchel said: “It was simply one day too early.
“If the match [Norwich] would have been on Sunday he would have played. So he is fully available for Tuesday and for Newcastle.”
When is Chelsea vs Southampton?
- Chelsea vs Southampton takes place on Tuesday, October 26.
- The Carabao Cup fourth-round tie kicks off at 7.45pm.
- Stamford Bridge plays host.
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What TV channel and live stream is Chelsea vs Southampton on?
Sadly, this game will not shown live on UK TV.
Sky Sports are broadcasting Arsenal vs Leeds as their Tuesday night match.
What is the team news?
A number of other players could be given an opportunity to prove themselves to Chelsea boss Tuchel as he looks to navigate his squad through the various competitions.
Marcos Alonso will be hoping to make a case for himself after being ousted from the first team by the free-scoring Ben Chilwell.
Trevoh Chalobah could keep his place but Antonio Rudiger and Thiago Silva will likely be rested to give Malang Sarr an opportunity.
What are the odds?
Odds for 90 minutes
- Chelsea to win 2/5
- Draw 18/5
- Southampton to win 7/1
(Odds via Betfair)
