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Tottenham vs Southampton

Wembley Stadium, London26 December 2017 at 12:30
Referee: Graham Scott

Match Events

Tottenham
Southampton
Kick Off
21′Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
H. Kane

assist: C. Eriksen

22′
H. Kane

assist: Son Heung-Min

39′
Half Time
D. Alli

assist: Son Heung-Min

49′
Son Heung-Min

assist: D. Alli

51′
M. DembéléM. Sissoko
54′
58′Shane Long
63′
N. RedmondD. Tadić
63′
M. LeminaM. Gabbiadini
64′
S. Boufal
H. Kane

assist: D. Alli

67′
Son Heung-MinE. Lamela
76′
77′
M. TargettS. McQueen
82′
D. Tadić
D. AlliH. Winks
84′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal6
7Shots off Goal7
16Total Shots16
2Blocked Shots3
10Shots insidebox11
6Shots outsidebox5
8Fouls15
3Corner Kicks8
1Offsides1
57%Ball Possession43%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves1
493Total passes359
408Passes accurate265
83%Passes %74%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tottenham is —, 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 —, while Southampton's best-rated player is J. Stephens (7.01).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Tottenham have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. 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 4 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 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

Tottenham 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 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 0 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 33.0 (youngest: Son Heung-Min (33), oldest: Son Heung-Min (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 0 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.

Tottenham4-2-3-14-1-4-1Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lloris5Vertong.3Rose24Aurier6Sánchez19Dembélé23Eriksen20Alli15Dier7Heung-M.10Kane44Forster3Yoshida5Stephens6Hoedt33Targett14Romeu22Redmond18Lemina23Højbjerg19Boufal7Long

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pellegrino

TottenhamPosition StrengthSouthampton
Avg Rating
6.87
Defender (4 v 4)7.01
0G 0A2G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.72
0G 0A0G 0A
Tottenham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
5DefenderJ. Vertonghen
3DefenderD. Rose
24DefenderS. Aurier
6DefenderD. Sánchez
19MidfielderM. Dembélé
23MidfielderC. Eriksen
20MidfielderD. Alli
15MidfielderE. Dier
7MidfielderSon Heung-Min
10ForwardH. Kane
Southampton4-1-4-1
44GoalkeeperF. Forster
3DefenderM. Yoshida
5DefenderJ. Stephens7.02G
6DefenderW. Hoedt
33DefenderM. Targett
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
22MidfielderN. Redmond
18MidfielderM. Lemina
23MidfielderP. Højbjerg
19MidfielderS. Boufal
7ForwardS. Long

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Southampton 5:2. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by H. Kane 22′, H. Kane 39′, D. Alli 49′, Son Heung-Min 51′, S. Boufal 64′, H. Kane 67′, D. Tadić 82′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Tottenham had 57% possession while Southampton held 43%. Tottenham had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 16 (6 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
89 · 3.6/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

77%Form23%
75%Attack25%
57%Defence43%
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

Market Summary

Margin: 3.0%

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 73.7%Draw 19.1%Away 10.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.335.008.97
Max1.385.4311.00
Market favourite:Tottenham · Heavy 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 market71.0%18.1%10.9%
Public market71.7%18.6%9.7%
Δ0.7%0.5%1.2%

Tottenham vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (74%)

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
16Shots16
7Shots on target6

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