Chelsea FC 2-1 Southampton: 5 Talking Points

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 27: Captains and match officials pose with matchday mascots prior to the Barclays Premier League match between Southampton and Chelsea at St Mary's Stadium on February 27, 2016 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) /

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SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 27: Diego Costa of Chelsea celebrates his team’s second goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Southampton and Chelsea at St Mary’s Stadium on February 27, 2016 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) /

Chelsea FC defeated Southampton 2-1 in a comeback win that undoubtedly made every Chelsea fan proud. Here are five talking points from the match.

Premier League action returned this weekend with Chelsea making the short trip down south to take on Southampton. Guus Hiddink named an unchanged side for the contest as the Blues tried to continue their climb up the table.

The Saints took the lead through Shane Long just before half-time. However, Chelsea were able to turn the tables with a late double salvo. Cesc Fabregas converted with an attempted pass with fifteen minutes left before Branislav Ivanovic nodded home the winner in the 89th minute.

Here are five talking points.

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