Brighton vs Southampton comment: Losing fighting strength

The death penalty has officially hit Southampton after they lost 0-2 to Fulham last weekend. This defeat leaves teachers and students Rubén Sellés still only 24 points, 8 points less than the nearest relegation position.

In the context of the season with only 2 rounds left, Southampton no longer have the opportunity to overcome the aforementioned gap. Thus, The Saints will have to relegate to the 2nd division after many seasons in the English Premier League.

Returning to the match against Brighton, Southampton is expected to leave empty-handed. Because of the fact that they lost their fighting strength a month ago when the relegation door narrowed. According to statistics, Southampton lost 8 of the last 10 matches, mostly with the difference score.

Away from home, they are on a 6-match unbeaten streak, collecting only 2/18 maximum points. It should be added that, in the first leg, Southampton was knocked out by Brighton with a score of 3-1 despite being played at home.