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Southampton sets new record after securing unexpected draw against Man City, surpassing Derby’s lowest points total

Southampton sets new record after securing unexpected draw against Man City, surpassing Derby’s lowest points total

Southampton avoided equaling the record for being the worst team in Premier League history by managing to hold Manchester City to a goalless draw.

Despite being at the bottom of the table and already relegated, the Saints fought hard to earn a point, surpassing Derby's low tally of 11 points from the 2007/08 season.

The match was heavily dominated by City, who had 72% possession, took 26 shots compared to Southampton's two, and made 68 touches in the Saints box versus seven for the home team.

Even though City needed a win to potentially move level with second-placed Arsenal in the standings, the draw was a slight relief for Southampton in what has been a tough season.

City had several chances to score, with Bernardo Silva, Phil Foden, and Mateo Kovacic all coming close, but Southampton defended resolutely.

Southampton had a rare attacking opportunity with substitute Cameron Archer setting up Mateus Fernandes, whose shot was blocked by Ruben Dias.

There were nervy moments towards the end of the game, including a shot from City's Omar Marmoush hitting the crossbar, before the final whistle brought relief to both teams.