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Southampton vs Tottenham

St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton21 January 2018 at 16:00
Referee: Kevin Friend

Match Events

Southampton
Tottenham
Kick Off
D. Sánchez

Own Goal

15′
18′
H. Kane

assist: B. Davies

Half Time
Jack Stephens48′
57′Moussa Sissoko
P. HøjbjergS. Boufal
65′
70′
Son Heung-MinE. Lamela
72′
S. AurierK. Trippier
75′Mousa Dembélé
78′Kieran Trippier
M. LeminaS. Davis
80′
M. GabbiadiniM. Obafemi
82′
85′
M. DembéléV. Wanyama
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
5Shots off Goal10
10Total Shots17
1Blocked Shots5
4Shots insidebox11
7Shots outsidebox6
8Fouls15
2Corner Kicks9
2Offsides1
41%Ball Possession59%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
343Total passes491
237Passes accurate407
69%Passes %83%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

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

Defensive Solidity

Southampton deploy 4 defenders rated 7.01 on average, against Tottenham's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 5 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 1 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 77% for Southampton and 86% 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 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 33.7 (youngest: J. Stephens (31), oldest: A. McCarthy (36)), while Tottenham average 32.5 (youngest: B. Davies (32), oldest: Son Heung-Min (33)). 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 15 league appearances each, versus 3 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.

Southampton4-2-3-14-2-3-1Tottenham
GKDEFMIDFWD
13McCarthy21Bertrand2Soares5Stephens6Hoedt11Tadić14Romeu18Lemina23Højbjerg16Ward-Pr.20Gabbiad.13Vorm5Vertong.24Aurier33Davies6Sánchez19Dembélé17Sissoko20Alli15Dier7Heung-M.10Kane

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pellegrino

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

SouthamptonPosition StrengthTottenham
6.87
Avg Rating
6.93
6.89Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.01Defender (4 v 4)6.93
2G 0A1G 0A
6.72Midfielder (5 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Southampton4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperA. McCarthy6.9
21DefenderR. Bertrand
2DefenderCédric Soares
5DefenderJ. Stephens7.02G
6DefenderW. Hoedt
11MidfielderD. Tadić
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
18MidfielderM. Lemina
23MidfielderP. Højbjerg
16MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
20ForwardM. Gabbiadini
Tottenham4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperM. Vorm
5DefenderJ. Vertonghen
24DefenderS. Aurier
33DefenderB. Davies6.91G
6DefenderD. Sánchez
19MidfielderM. Dembélé
17MidfielderM. Sissoko
20MidfielderD. Alli
15MidfielderE. Dier
7MidfielderSon Heung-Min
10ForwardH. Kane

Match Summary

Southampton and Tottenham drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by D. Sánchez 15′ (o.g.), H. Kane 18′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Southampton had 41% possession while Tottenham held 59%. Southampton had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 17 (2 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
4
Tottenham
17
wins
Total goals
94 · 3.8/match
Both scored
20/25 · 80%
Over 2.5
19/25 · 76%

Recent Form

Southampton

WDLDWW

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Match Prediction

Southampton

0%

Home win

 

50%

Draw

Tottenham

50%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Tottenham

19%Form81%
29%Attack71%
23%Defence77%
20%Head-to-head80%

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

Market Summary

Margin: 2.8%

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 17.7%Draw 24.5%Away 60.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min5.504.001.64
Max5.754.141.66
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 market17.2%23.7%59.1%
Public market16.9%23.8%59.3%

Southampton vs Tottenham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (61%)

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.

SouthamptonHalf-time:11Tottenham
10Shots17
4Shots on target2

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