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Southampton fans have faced a tough season, culminating in their relegation a considerable time before Easter. However, the class of 2025 managed to escape becoming a trivia question by surpassing Derby County’s record low total of 11 points from the 2007-08 Premier League season. Despite the challenges they faced, Southampton held on in a recent 0-0 draw against Manchester City to reach 12 points for the season.
Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, known for facing relegation situations, had a quiet game against Pep Guardiola’s side. As the match neared its end, Ramsdale’s skills were put to the test, making crucial saves but ultimately being beaten by a strike that hit the crossbar. The team acknowledged this achievement on social media, apologizing humorously to Derby while Ramsdale expressed gratitude for avoiding the record low points total.
While Southampton celebrated their achievement, their reactions were met with criticism by some on the 606 phone-in show on BBC Radio 5 Live. Premier League winner Chris Sutton and former Derby captain Robbie Savage both found the players’ celebrations excessive and embarrassing. Despite the mixed reactions, interim manager Simon Rusk, Saints’ third boss of the season, recognized the importance of the record while focusing on overall performance.
Rusk, who recently suffered a defeat to Barnet, emphasized the team’s commitment to improvement and pride in their performance. Looking ahead to the Championship, Rusk believes the point earned against Guardiola’s side will benefit the team. With Wembley success in their recent past, Southampton fans can hope for a stronger showing in the upcoming season, despite their struggles in the Premier League. The team’s next challenge will be their historic visit to Goodison Park on 18th May
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