Nathaniel Clyne: Southampton can cause an upset against Chelsea

NATHANIEL CLYNE is keen for Southampton to take advantage of a tired Chelsea on Sunday (1:30pm).

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Jose Mourinho's men were kicked out of the Champions League by PSG on away goals and the Saints left-back feels Chelsea were looking a little tired during the game.

And the 23-year-old is eager to cause an upset against the league leaders. 

“We saw them play against PSG and thought they looked a bit tired. Hopefully, can we capitalise on that,” Clyne told talkSPORT.

“We are fresh at the moment and, if we take the game to them, we can cause an upset.

“If we play the game we can play, it will be a good game, and hopefully we can get the points.

“It will be difficult – Chelsea are a good team with quality players, but we are up for the challenge.”

Nathaniel Clyne says Southampton can cause an upset against ChelseaGETTY

Nathaniel Clyne says Southampton can cause an upset against Chelsea

We are fresh at the moment and, if we take the game to them, we can cause an upset

Nathaniel Clyne

While Southampton have had a bit of a dip in form in recent weeks, Ronald Koeman's side are still pushing for a European place. 

And even though some have discounted the club as Champions League contenders, the players are still pushing to get their spot in Europe.

“When people say we can’t do it, it makes us push on, work harder, and fight for it.” said Clyne.

“No-one expected a club like Southampton to be fighting for the top four. 

“We are a good team and we are going to keep pushing on.

“There are a lot of games left and a lot of points to play for. 

“If we stay positive and keep playing how we are playing, we can fight for it and hopefully we can get in there."

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