English:
Southampton Defeats Birmingham in Thrilling Match at St. Mary’s Stadium
Southampton secured a significant home victory against Birmingham in a Championship match held at St. Mary’s Stadium. The game, officiated by David Webb, was characterized by an intense pace and opportunities for both teams.
The home side took an early lead with a goal from F. Azaz in the 6th minute, assisted by L. Scienza. The advantage was extended in the 24th minute with a goal from A. Armstrong, again with Azaz providing the assist. Birmingham tried to respond, but the Southampton defense remained solid.
In the second half, Birmingham showed a better side and managed to pull one back in the 54th minute thanks to a goal by D. Gray, assisted by A. Cochrane. However, the visitors’ joy was short-lived, as A. Armstrong scored again for Southampton in the 58th minute, making it 3 to 1.
Despite having only 40% possession, Southampton was more effective in front of goal, taking 19 shots, 8 of which were on target. Birmingham, with 60% possession, also took 19 shots, but only 4 managed to trouble the home goalkeeper. The match was marked by high intensity, reflected in the 20 fouls and two yellow cards, one for each team. J. Aribo of Southampton and T. Iwata of Birmingham were cautioned.
Substitutions birmingham: at minute 59 A. Cochrane came in and J. Robinson went out., at minute 59 M. Ducksch came in and K. Furuhashi went out., at minute 80 P. Roberts came in and K. Anderson went out., at minute 86 J. Stansfield came in and L. Dykes went out., at minute 86 D. Gray came in and L. Koumas went out.
Substitutions southampton: at minute 63 L. Scienza came in and J. Robinson went out., at minute 63 A. Armstrong came in and C. Archer went out., at minute 80 C. Jander came in and O. Romeu went out., at minute 80 F. Azaz came in and J. Aribo went out., at minute 87 T. Fellows came in and R. Edwards went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Southampton
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