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Southampton 2018/19 Home kit Medium
Southampton 2018/19 Home kit Medium
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Southampton's 2018-19 season was their third consecutive season in the Premier League after promotion in 2012. Here is a detailed breakdown of their performance in all competitions during that season:
Premier League (2018-19)
- Final Position: 16th
Key Points:
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Managerial Changes:
- Mark Hughes started the season as manager but was sacked on December 3, 2018, after a poor run of results.
- Ralph Hasenhüttl replaced Hughes on December 5, 2018. Hasenhüttl managed to stabilize the team and eventually guide them to safety.
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Top Scorer:
- Danny Ings with 7 Premier League goals.
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Notable Wins:
- A 3-2 victory over Arsenal in December 2018, which ended Arsenal's 22-game unbeaten run.
- A crucial 2-1 away win against Leicester City in January 2019, which helped the Saints climb out of the relegation zone.
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Tough Season: Southampton struggled for much of the season, particularly under Mark Hughes, but a late resurgence under Ralph Hasenhüttl saw them narrowly avoid relegation.
FA Cup
- Eliminated: 4th Round
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Key Matches:
- 3rd Round: 2-2 draw against Derby County (Championship) at Pride Park, followed by a 2-2 draw at home in the replay. Southampton lost 5-3 on penalties and were knocked out of the competition.
EFL Cup (Carabao Cup)
- Eliminated: 3rd Round
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Key Matches:
- 2nd Round: Southampton beat Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0.
- 3rd Round: They defeated Everton 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Goodison Park.
- 4th Round: Southampton lost 3-1 to Leicester City at the King Power Stadium, ending their cup run.
Summary of 2018-19 Season
- League Survival: Despite early struggles, Southampton avoided relegation by finishing 16th, thanks largely to Ralph Hasenhüttl's impact after his appointment.
- Cup Runs: Both the FA Cup and EFL Cup runs were relatively short, with 4th Round exits in both competitions.
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Key Players:
- Danny Ings: The club's top scorer, providing crucial goals throughout the season.
- James Ward-Prowse: Another standout player, contributing with goals and creativity from midfield.
Overall, the 2018-19 season was a challenging one for Southampton, but they managed to stay in the Premier League and lay a foundation for improvement under Ralph Hasenhüttl in the seasons to come.