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Arsenal vs Southampton

Emirates Stadium, London2 February 2016 at 19:45
00
Referee: Lee Mason

Match Events

Arsenal
Southampton
Kick Off
Half Time
J. CampbellT. Walcott
62′
69′
D. TadićG. Pellè
83′
J. Ward-ProwseJuanmi
M. FlaminiF. Coquelin
85′
86′
S. ManéM. Targett
Francis Coquelin87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

11Shots on Goal3
6Shots off Goal4
22Total Shots14
5Blocked Shots7
21Shots insidebox6
1Shots outsidebox8
0Fouls0
13Corner Kicks3
0Offsides2
66%Ball Possession34%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves10
535Total passes274
439Passes accurate179
82%Passes %65%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Arsenal is —, compared to 6.72 for Southampton. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Arsenal's highest-rated starter is —, while Southampton's best-rated player is Oriol Romeu (6.72).

Defensive Solidity

Arsenal deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Southampton's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Arsenal field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Southampton's 5 rated 6.72. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Arsenal start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Southampton averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Arsenal and 78% for Southampton. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Arsenal's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Southampton. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Arsenal's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Southampton average 34.0 (youngest: Oriol Romeu (34), oldest: Oriol Romeu (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Arsenal's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Southampton. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

ArsenalPosition StrengthSouthampton
Avg Rating
6.72
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.72
0G 0A0G 0A
Arsenal
33GoalkeeperP. Čech
18DefenderNacho Monreal
6DefenderL. Koscielny
5DefenderGabriel Paulista
24DefenderBellerín
11MidfielderM. Özil
20MidfielderM. Flamini
16MidfielderA. Ramsey
17MidfielderA. Sánchez
28MidfielderJ. Campbell
12ForwardO. Giroud
Southampton
44GoalkeeperF. Forster
6DefenderJosé Fonte
21DefenderR. Bertrand
2DefenderCédric Soares
17DefenderV. van Dijk
11MidfielderD. Tadić
12MidfielderV. Wanyama
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
16MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
10MidfielderS. Mané
7ForwardS. Long

Match Summary

Arsenal and Southampton drew 0:0. The match was played in Premier League 2015. 3 yellow cards were shown. Arsenal had 66% possession while Southampton held 34%. Arsenal had 22 shots (11 on target) compared to 14 (3 on target) for Southampton. Arsenal made 2 substitutions, Southampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Arsenal vs Southampton Head to Head Results

28 stretnutí
Arsenal
13
wins
Drawn
7
Southampton
8
wins
Total goals
86 · 3.1/match
Both scored
16/28 · 57%
Over 2.5
15/28 · 54%

Recent Form

Arsenal

WWWDWL

Southampton

WDLDWW

Match Prediction

Arsenal

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Southampton

45%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : draw or Southampton and -3.5 goals

47%Form53%
46%Attack54%
43%Defence57%
29%Head-to-head71%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Arsenal5wins
4draws10 meetings
Southampton1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.1

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (56%) — the odds may underestimate Southampton.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.0%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 56.5%Draw 28.1%Away 19.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.753.205.00
Max1.803.755.39
Market favourite:Arsenal · Moderate favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market55.6%26.3%18.1%
Public market55.6%25.9%18.5%

Arsenal vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Arsenal (56%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

ArsenalHalf-time:00Southampton
21Shots14
11Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
25/05/25Southampton1–2Arsenal8.98/5.92/1.30
05/10/24Arsenal3–1Southampton1.14/8.99/18.38
21/04/23Arsenal3–3Southampton1.20/7.21/14.11
23/10/22Southampton1–1Arsenal5.90/4.10/1.58
16/04/22Southampton1–0Arsenal3.86/3.66/1.94
11/12/21Arsenal3–0Southampton1.64/3.97/5.45
26/01/21Southampton1–3Arsenal3.53/3.63/2.07
16/12/20Arsenal1–1Southampton2.26/3.48/3.21
25/06/20Southampton0–2Arsenal2.63/3.51/2.64
23/11/19Arsenal2–2Southampton1.46/4.74/6.79

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Arsenal

W 701D 305L 253
Over 2.554
Goals scored2292

Away Record: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026