Southampton FC vs Tottenham Hotspur FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Southampton FC vs Tottenham Hotspur FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Southampton, rooted at the bottom of the Premier League, face a tough challenge against Tottenham Hotspur. Both teams, known for their attacking philosophies, have recently suffered heavy defeats against Chelsea. While Tottenham's squad depth and quality players give them an edge, their defensive lapses and inconsistency have been a concern. 

Southampton, on the other hand, struggle with both scoring goals and defending effectively. The Saints will need significant reinforcements in January to improve their chances of survival. Despite their contrasting positions, both teams are committed to their attacking style, promising an entertaining but potentially high-scoring encounter.

Head to Head : Both teams have played each other 94 times. Southampton has won 27 times. Spurs have won 45 times, with 22 stalemates played. 

Current Standings : The Saints are last on the table with 5 points. Spurs sit 11th on the table with 20 points. 

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The Saints have a good enough record against Spurs, losing just one of their last 6 home games, winning 2 and drawing three. Southampton have continued scoring against Spurs in 15 of their last Premier League games. This happens to be their longest scoring streak in the competition’s history. 

This philosophy works perfectly for Russel Martin who isn't willing to adapt or mend his offensive display. Unfortunately, the Saints have won just 1 of their last 28 games in the competition, drawing 6 and losing 21, with their only win coming against the Toffees in November. The team can no longer be living on a prayer at St.Mary’s.

The Unfortunate one 

Not winning one game is a huge issue for clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal. Imagine going 24 Premier League games without a win. That’s exactly what Ben Breton is currently enduring. While at Sheffield United he didn’t win 14, which has spilled over onto Southampton’s 10 - losing 18 and drawing 6. If Brereton’s on the losing side again he will join Oliver Burke’s winless run of 25 games in the Premier League. 

Injury - Bazunu, Stewart, Smallbone, Ramsdale, Lallana and Larios are all ruled out. 

Southampton Probable 11 - Lumley (GK), Bree, Hardwood-Bellis, Walker-Peters, Manning (DEF), Dibling, Downes, Fernandes (MID), Archer, Armstrong (FWD).

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Ange loves scoring and so does his side, only failing to score once in 22 Premier League meetings with Southampton. That was during the pandemic, a 1-0 loss away from home. Spurs usually do well against sides in the bottom half of the table. But the club does occasionally experience blips just like they did against Ipswich. This is a highly inconsistent side that also dropped points in their midweek fixture. Away to Rangers, Spurs really struggled - courtesy to the Ibrox atmosphere. 

Timo Werner looks like the shadow of the player that the big clubs were once interested in. If there’s someone who could spark something it is Dejan Kulusevski. Top clubs will be keeping an eye. Daniel Levy and Ange will know that if Spurs don’t hit the milestones they’ve set at the start of the campaign, retaining a player of his calibre might prove troublesome. 

What’s worrying and puts pressure on Ange is that Spurs have now lost 14 of their 33 Premier League games in 2024, one fewer than they did in 2023 (42). We’ve seen the harsh nature of the Premier League and a job as demanding as Spurs, could see some rash decisions being made and adding more drama to managerial goof ups. 

Players to watch out for

Son loves scoring but what he loves more is scoring against Southampton. He has netted 10 times and also has registered the joint-most assists (5) against Southampton, similar to that against Man City. Spurs trump card Dejan Kulusevski made his first Premier League appearance in Feb 2022 against Southampton. 

The Polish winger could now be making his 100th Premier League appearances against the Saints. Only Son has provided more assists (24) than Kulusevski (21).

Injury - Odobert, Richarlison, Moore, Vicario, Davies, Romero, Mickey Van de ven.

Spurs Probable 11 - Foster (GK), Porro, Dragusin, Gray, Udogie (DEF), Sarr, Bissouma, Johnson, Maddison, Kulusevski (MID), Son (FWD).

SOUTHAMPTON FC vs TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR FC
Winning Prediction

Southampton, under-pressure Martin, faces inconsistent Spurs. Both managers prioritize attack, promising an open, high-scoring match. A Southampton win could ease relegation fears, while a Tottenham loss could further dent their top-four hopes.

Tottenham Hotspur to Win (1-2)

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