EPL: Southampton Secures First Premier League Win with Late Armstrong Strike

Saints Claim Maiden Victory with 2-1 Win Over Everton

The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances...

Southampton lifted off the bottom of the table with a 2-1 win over Everton, ending their winless streak and giving manager Russell Martin his first Premier League victory.

Southampton secured their first Premier League victory of the season with a thrilling 2-1 win over Everton at St Mary's Stadium. Adam Armstrong's late strike proved to be the winner, lifting the Saints off the bottom of the table.

The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances throughout. Everton's Beto came close to opening the scoring in the 89th minute, but his effort hit the crossbar.

However, just 25 seconds later, Armstrong fired in from Yukinari Sugawara's pass to give Southampton the lead.

Everton thought they had equalized in stoppage time through Beto, but the goal was disallowed after a lengthy VAR check for offside.

Aaron Ramsdale made two crucial saves in the second half to keep the scores level, first pushing Orel Mangala's powerful drive over and then preventing Michael Keane's diving header from sneaking into the bottom corner.

Southampton struggled to create chances in the first half, but improved significantly after the break.

Everton's direct approach caused problems for the Saints, but they held firm to secure their first win of the season.

Manager Russell Martin was overjoyed with the victory, celebrating with his staff at the full-time whistle.

Everton boss Sean Dyche was left frustrated, feeling that Jan Bednarek's yellow card should have been upgraded to red after a 77th-minute VAR check.

The win marks a significant turning point for Southampton, ending their 22-match winless run in the top flight.

Stats:

• Southampton's first Premier League win of the season.

• Everton remains 16th in the table.

• Armstrong's late winner was his second goal of the season.

• Southampton ends 22-match winless run.

Match Summary:

° Southampton: Adam Armstrong (85')

°Everton: None

Additional Insights:

• Southampton's victory lifts them off the bottom of the table.

• Everton's unbeaten streak ends at five matches.

• Armstrong's winner boosts Saints' hopes of survival.