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Tottenham vs Southampton

White Hart Lane, London19 March 2017 at 14:15
Referee: Andre Marriner

Match Events

Tottenham
Southampton
Kick Off
Eric Dier11′
C. Eriksen

assist: M. Dembélé

14′
26′Nathan Redmond
32′
M. GabbiadiniS. Long
D. Alli

Penalty

33′
Kyle Walker39′
Half Time
52′
J. Ward-Prowse

assist: R. Bertrand

Victor Wanyama61′
69′
D. TadićS. Boufal
Heung-Min SonH. Winks
75′
K. WalkerK. Trippier
78′
80′
N. RedmondJ. Rodriguez
81′Sofiane Boufal
C. EriksenV. Janssen
86′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
2Shots off Goal4
12Total Shots8
4Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls13
5Corner Kicks1
2Offsides7
50%Ball Possession50%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
456Total passes443
341Passes accurate332
75%Passes %75%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tottenham is 6.93, compared to 6.87 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. Tottenham's highest-rated starter is B. Davies (6.93), while Southampton's best-rated player is J. Stephens (7.01).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Tottenham have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by B. Davies (1G). Southampton's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by J. Stephens (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Tottenham deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Southampton's 4-man backline averaging 7.01. 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

Tottenham field 4 midfielders averaging 6.93, 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

Tottenham start 3 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 86% for Tottenham and 85% 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

Tottenham's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 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 Tottenham's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: B. Davies (32), oldest: Heung-Min Son (33)), while Southampton average 32.5 (youngest: J. Stephens (31), 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

Tottenham's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 19 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.

Tottenham3-4-2-14-2-3-1Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lloris5Vertong.2Walker4Alderwe.33Davies19Dembélé12Wanyama23Eriksen20Alli15Dier7Son1Forster3Yoshida21Bertrand2Soares24Stephens8Davis11Tadić14Romeu22Redmond16Ward-Pr.20Gabbiad.

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

Substitutes

Coach: C. Puel

TottenhamPosition StrengthSouthampton
6.93
Avg Rating
6.87
Defender (3 v 4)7.01
0G 0A2G 0A
6.93Midfielder (4 v 5)6.72
1G 0A0G 0A
Tottenham3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
5DefenderJ. Vertonghen
4DefenderT. Alderweireld
15DefenderE. Dier
2MidfielderK. Walker
33MidfielderB. Davies6.91G
19MidfielderM. Dembélé
12MidfielderV. Wanyama
23ForwardC. Eriksen
20ForwardD. Alli
7ForwardHeung-Min Son
Southampton4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperF. Forster
3DefenderM. Yoshida
21DefenderR. Bertrand
2DefenderCédric Soares
24DefenderJ. Stephens7.02G
8MidfielderS. Davis
11MidfielderD. Tadić
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
22MidfielderN. Redmond
16MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
20ForwardM. Gabbiadini

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Southampton 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by C. Eriksen 14′, D. Alli 33′ (pen.), J. Ward-Prowse 52′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Tottenham had 50% possession while Southampton held 50%. Tottenham had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Southampton. Tottenham made 3 substitutions, Southampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Tottenham vs Southampton Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
Tottenham
16
wins
Drawn
5
Southampton
4
wins
Total goals
93 · 3.7/match
Both scored
20/25 · 80%
Over 2.5
18/25 · 72%

Recent Form

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Southampton

WDLDWW

Match Prediction

Tottenham

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Southampton

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Tottenham or draw

53%Form47%
38%Attack62%
67%Defence33%
71%Head-to-head29%

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.

Tottenham6wins
2draws10 meetings
Southampton2wins

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 (80%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (57%) — the odds may underestimate Tottenham.

Market Summary

Margin: 2.7%

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 57.9%Draw 26.6%Away 18.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.723.605.50
Max1.733.875.53
Market favourite:Tottenham · 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 market57.0%25.3%17.7%
Public market56.5%25.7%17.8%

Tottenham vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (58%)

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.

TottenhamHalf-time:20Southampton
12Shots8
6Shots 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
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: Tottenham

W 544D 297L 418
Over 2.554
Goals scored1938

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