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Tottenham vs Southampton

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London21 April 2021 at 18:00
Referee: D. Coote

Match Events

Tottenham
Southampton
Kick Off
30′
D. Ings

assist: J. Ward-Prowse

Tanguy Ndombélé43′
Half Time
57′
D. IngsI. Diallo
60′
67′
T. WalcottM. Djenepo
T. NdombèléH. Winks
73′
Goal cancelled76′
VAR
G. Lo CelsoE. Lamela
79′
G. BaleS. Bergwijn
83′
84′
N. TellaN. Redmond
86′Moussa Djenepo
Goal cancelled88′
VAR
Eric Dier90′
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal5
5Shots off Goal3
12Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots2
8Shots insidebox5
4Shots outsidebox5
10Fouls14
5Corner Kicks5
2Offsides0
61%Ball Possession39%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
610Total passes371
509Passes accurate276
83%Passes %74%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tottenham is —, compared to 6.89 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 A. McCarthy (6.89).

Defensive Solidity

Tottenham 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

Tottenham field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Southampton's 4 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

Tottenham start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 62% 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.

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 36.0 (youngest: A. McCarthy (36), oldest: A. McCarthy (36)). 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 7 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.

Tottenham4-2-3-14-4-2Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lloris4Alderwe.24Aurier3Reguilón27Moura5Højbjerg15Dier28Ndombèlé18Celso9Bale7Heung-M.1McCarthy4Vesterg.35Bednarek2Walker-.22Salisu17Armstro.8Ward-Pr.23Tella32Walcott9Ings10Adams

Substitutes

Coach: R. Mason

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hasenhüttl

TottenhamPosition StrengthSouthampton
Avg Rating
6.89
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.89
0G 0A0G 0A
Tottenham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
4DefenderT. Alderweireld
24DefenderS. Aurier
3DefenderReguilón
15DefenderE. Dier
5MidfielderP. Højbjerg
28MidfielderT. Ndombèlé
18MidfielderG. Lo Celso
9MidfielderG. Bale
7MidfielderSon Heung-Min
27ForwardLucas Moura
Southampton4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. McCarthy6.9
4DefenderJ. Vestergaard
35DefenderJ. Bednarek
2DefenderK. Walker-Peters
22DefenderM. Salisu
17MidfielderS. Armstrong
8MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
23MidfielderN. Tella
32MidfielderT. Walcott
9ForwardD. Ings
10ForwardC. Adams

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Southampton 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2020. Goals were scored by D. Ings 30′, G. Bale 60′, Son Heung-Min 90′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Tottenham had 61% possession while Southampton held 39%. Tottenham had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Southampton. Tottenham made 3 substitutions, Southampton made 3. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Heung-Min Son 76′), Goal cancelled (Sergio Reguilón 88′).

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

Combo Double chance : Tottenham or draw and +1.5 goals

45%Form55%
50%Attack50%
57%Defence43%
71%Head-to-head29%

Injuries & Suspensions

Tottenham

  • DoubtfulB. Davies
  • DoubtfulM. Doherty
  • DoubtfulH. Kane

Southampton

  • DoubtfulM. Obafemi
  • DoubtfulO. Romeu
  • DoubtfulW. Smallbone

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 (53%) — the odds may underestimate Tottenham.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.3%

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 55.8%Draw 26.4%Away 22.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.753.704.50
Max1.833.864.56
Over 2.5: 58.1%Under 2.5: 47.6%
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 market53.3%25.3%21.4%
Public market54.1%24.9%21.0%

Tottenham vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (56%)

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:01Southampton
12Shots10
3Shots 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: 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