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Southampton FC vs. Liverpool FC
In some leagues, the 2021/22 season is already over and accordingly, our eyes will turn to the leagues where everything is still at stake in the coming days. In the Premier League, for example. There, the catch-up match of the 37th matchday between the Saints from Southampton and the Reds from Liverpool is scheduled for Tuesday evening. This match was postponed to a day during the week because LFC played the FA Cup final last Saturday. Thanks to a penalty shootout victory, the Reds secured their second title of the season. Whether they will now also have the upper hand against the Saints, you can read in our Southampton – Liverpool tip.
Even with two matchdays to go, there is still no decision in the championship. The Sky Blues are still four points ahead of Liverpool FC, but with one game more. With a win on Tuesday, the Reds could move to within one point of Liverpool again and thus set up an extremely exciting final matchday. For the upcoming opponents from Southampton, on the other hand, nothing is at stake. Ralph Hasenhüttl’s team can only theoretically be relegated and yet the Saints will be looking to challenge Liverpool
Southampton – Liverpool Info
– Date & Time: 17.05.2022 at 20:45 hrs.
– Venue: St. Mary’s Stadium, Southampton
– Competition: Premier League, Matchday 37
– TV broadcast: Sky
Southampton Form & Balance Check
Although the chances are very slim, Southampton FC could still be relegated. Although the lead over 16th place is already six points, but in football you never know. The season for the Saints has been solid, but nothing more. Coach Ralph Hasenhüttl’s team should have been much higher up the table in terms of quality alone. Again and again, the Saints had to struggle with injury problems and due to this fact, more was not possible in the end. If we take a closer look at the performances from the last five games, it quickly becomes clear that Southampton are not currently brimming with self-confidence. In this period, there have been three defeats, one draw and one win.
An embarrassing performance at Brentford
The last game saw a trip to Brentford FC in London. In the end, the Saints were defeated by the promoted team with 0:3 without any chance. Also with regard to the upcoming match, we can’t give Southampton fans much hope for an improvement against the Reds. The defensive performance in particular has been subterranean this season. The 61 goals conceded are the fourth worst in the league. Against the strong offensive of the Reds, there must be more stability in the back line.
Southampton facts & analysis
– 16th place in the Premier League, 40 points
– Last lost 0:3 against Brentford
– 2 defeats in a row
Liverpool form & balance check
Two of four possible titles have already been secured by Liverpool. The Reds secured their second title of the season last Saturday. As in the League Cup final, this time it was again at Wembley Stadium against the Blues of Chelsea FC. Once again there was no winner after 90 minutes and also after 120 minutes and so the decision was made in a penalty shootout. The Reds again had the better end for themselves and thus Klopp won his first title in the world’s oldest cup competition. The victory in the FA Cup should once again release the necessary energy for the upcoming tasks.
City keep the Reds alive
In addition to winning the FA Cup, it was also a very successful weekend for the Reds in terms of the Championship and that despite not even playing. Opponents Man City, in a complete surprise, only managed a 2-2 draw against West Ham and so the Reds have the opportunity to get back to within one point of the Sky Blues on Tuesday night. If that were the case, then we would be in for a very exciting final matchday. In the event of a points tie, the Reds would still currently lose out as the Sky Blues have a seven goal better ratio.
Liverpool facts & analysis
– Currently in 2nd place with 86 points.
– 4 points behind Man City
– Ź Recent 2-1 win over Aston Villa
Predicted line-up – last update on 16 May 2022
With Southampton FC, it will come down to a classic 4-4-2 in the upcoming fixture. The Saints will again rely on their two goal scorers Broja and Adams in the offensive. Ward-Prowse will again look to hit his powerful corners and free kicks. The Reds from Liverpool will probably have to do without Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian got injured against Chelsea and his use is questionable. Therefore, Klopp is likely to go for Mané, Jota and Diaz up front.
Southampton – Liverpool direct comparison & Statistics
Both teams have faced each other 113 times in the Premier League so far. Liverpool have a clear lead with 58 wins. Southampton have 31 wins and 24 draws. The Reds won the first leg 4:0.
– Liverpool FC have won 3 away games in a row.
– The winner of the last encounter was Liverpool FC
– Liverpool FC have not lost any of their last 13 away matches
– Southampton FC haven’t won in 4 matches
