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Southampton vs Tottenham

St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton28 December 2016 at 19:45
Referee: Mike Dean

Match Events

Southampton
Tottenham
Kick Off
V. van Dijk

assist: J. Ward-Prowse

2′
15′Mousa Dembélé
19′
D. Alli
Half Time
52′
H. Kane

assist: C. Eriksen

55′Kyle Walker
Nathan Redmond57′
60′Danny Rose
J. RodriguezS. Long
72′
S. BoufalD. Tadić
72′
S. DavisP. Højbjerg
72′
74′
M. SissokoHeung-Min Son
82′
M. DembéléH. Winks
87′
D. Alli

assist: D. Rose

89′
H. KaneV. Janssen
Shane Long90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal7
9Total Shots17
4Blocked Shots5
5Shots insidebox10
4Shots outsidebox7
7Fouls16
2Corner Kicks10
2Offsides0
34%Ball Possession66%
1Yellow Cards4
1Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
319Total passes622
221Passes accurate521
69%Passes %84%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Southampton is 6.72, compared to — for Tottenham. 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. Southampton's highest-rated starter is Oriol Romeu (6.72), while Tottenham's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Southampton deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tottenham'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

Southampton field 3 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Tottenham's 5 rated —. 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

Southampton start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Tottenham 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 78% for Southampton and —% for Tottenham. 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

Southampton's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Tottenham. 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 Southampton's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: Oriol Romeu (34), oldest: Oriol Romeu (34)), while Tottenham average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Southampton's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 0 for Tottenham. 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.

Southampton4-3-34-2-3-1Tottenham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Forster6Fonte21Bertrand2Soares17Dijk8Davis14Romeu22Redmond16Ward-Pr.19Boufal9Rodrigu.1Lloris5Vertong.3Rose2Walker19Dembélé17Sissoko12Wanyama23Eriksen20Alli15Dier10Kane

Substitutes

Coach: C. Puel

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

SouthamptonPosition StrengthTottenham
6.72
Avg Rating
6.72Midfielder (3 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Southampton4-3-3
1GoalkeeperF. Forster
6DefenderJosé Fonte
21DefenderR. Bertrand
2DefenderCédric Soares
17DefenderV. van Dijk
8MidfielderS. Davis
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
16MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
22ForwardN. Redmond
19ForwardS. Boufal
9ForwardJ. Rodriguez
Tottenham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
5DefenderJ. Vertonghen
3DefenderD. Rose
2DefenderK. Walker
15DefenderE. Dier
19MidfielderM. Dembélé
17MidfielderM. Sissoko
12MidfielderV. Wanyama
23MidfielderC. Eriksen
20MidfielderD. Alli
10ForwardH. Kane

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Southampton 4:1. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by V. van Dijk 2′, D. Alli 19′, H. Kane 52′, Heung-Min Son 85′, D. Alli 87′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Southampton had 34% possession while Tottenham held 66%. Southampton had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 17 (5 on target) for Tottenham. Southampton made 3 substitutions, Tottenham made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Southampton vs Tottenham Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
Southampton
4
wins
Drawn
5
Tottenham
16
wins
Total goals
91 · 3.6/match
Both scored
20/25 · 80%
Over 2.5
18/25 · 72%

Recent Form

Southampton

WDLDWW

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Match Prediction

Southampton

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Tottenham

45%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : draw or Tottenham and -3.5 goals

53%Form47%
31%Attack69%
50%Defence50%
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

Tottenham dominates

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

Southampton2wins
2draws10 meetings
Tottenham6wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

4.1

Average goals per game

80%

Games with 3+ goals

80%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (33%) — the odds may underestimate Tottenham.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.7%

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 34.4%Draw 30.8%Away 38.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.803.202.60
Max3.013.302.60
Market favourite: · Even contest

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 market32.6%29.7%37.7%
Public market34.0%29.3%36.6%
Δ1.5%0.4%1.1%

Southampton vs Tottenham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (38%)

Result matched 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.

SouthamptonHalf-time:11Tottenham
9Shots17
2Shots on target5

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
06/04/25Tottenham3–1Southampton1.38/5.46/6.92
15/12/24Southampton0–5Tottenham4.27/4.47/1.70
18/03/23Southampton3–3Tottenham4.62/3.63/1.79
06/08/22Tottenham4–1Southampton1.35/5.30/8.70
09/02/22Tottenham2–3Southampton1.59/4.06/5.78
28/12/21Southampton1–1Tottenham3.74/3.51/2.03
21/04/21Tottenham2–1Southampton1.79/3.79/4.52
20/09/20Southampton2–5Tottenham3.07/3.33/2.38
01/01/20Southampton1–0Tottenham3.34/3.51/2.15
28/09/19Tottenham2–1Southampton1.42/4.65/8.06

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: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Away Record: Tottenham

W 544D 297L 418
Over 2.554
Goals scored1938

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026