Southampton’s Premier League return has been rough, with three losses in their opening matches. Defensive errors have led to five goals conceded, and the attack has struggled to convert chances. As a result, they’re currently nineteenth in the league, alongside Everton, the only teams without points so far.
With the risk of a relegation battle growing, the pressure is on manager Russell Martin to turn things around. If performance doesn’t improve, a managerial change could be on the horizon.
However, there’s some historical optimism for Southampton. In previous seasons, they’ve faced defeat in their first three Premier League games five times but avoided relegation each time. The last such instance was in the 2012/13 season, when Southampton, newly promoted, finished fourteenth after a rocky start.
Fans are hopeful that Southampton will bounce back after the international break. Their next challenge is against Manchester United, who have had mixed results recently. To secure their first points, Southampton will need to score early and tighten their defense.