On Saturday, May 10, 2025, Manchester City traveled to St. Mary’s Stadium to face Southampton in a crucial Premier League fixture. Despite dominating the match, City were held to a 0-0 draw by the already-relegated Saints.

⚽ Match Overview

• Final Score: Southampton 0-0 Manchester City

• Venue: St. Mary’s Stadium, Southampton

• Possession: Southampton 28.2% – 71.8% Manchester City

• Shots: Southampton 2 (0 on target) – 26 (5 on target) Manchester City

• Yellow Cards: Southampton 2 – 0 Manchester CitySofascoreESPN.com+1ESPN.com+1

🔑 Key Moments

First Half

Manchester City started assertively, controlling possession and creating several opportunities. Erling Haaland, returning from a six-week injury layoff, was active in the attack but couldn’t find the net. Southampton’s defense remained resolute, keeping the score level at halftime.

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Second Half

City intensified their pressure in the second half, with Kevin De Bruyne orchestrating the midfield. Despite multiple attempts, including a close-range header from Haaland in stoppage time, the visitors couldn’t break the deadlock. Southampton’s goalkeeper, Aaron Ramsdale, delivered a standout performance, making crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet.

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👥 Key Players

• Aaron Ramsdale (Southampton): The goalkeeper was instrumental in securing the draw, making five vital saves and commanding his area effectively.

• Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City): The Belgian playmaker created numerous chances and maintained City’s attacking momentum throughout the match.

• Erling Haaland (Manchester City): Returning from injury, Haaland was a constant threat but lacked the finishing touch to convert opportunities into goals.

📊 Premier League Standings Impact

The draw sees Manchester City remain in 3rd place with 64 points, trailing Arsenal by three points in the race for UEFA Champions League qualification. Southampton, already relegated, managed to avoid equaling Derby County’s record for the fewest points in a Premier League season.

🗓️ Upcoming Fixtures

• Manchester City: Next, they face Bournemouth in a bid to secure a top-four finish and prepare for the upcoming FA Cup final.

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• Southampton: They will conclude their Premier League campaign with matches against Arsenal and Nottingham Forest, aiming to end the season on a positive note.