Match statistics snapshot
- Southampton fired more attempts (20 vs 16 shots).
- Southampton was more accurate in front of goal (55% on target vs 25%).
- Southampton held more of the ball (63% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Watford | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Offsides | 2 |
| 11 | Shots inside the box | 12Lead |
| 7Lead | Shots off target | 4 |
| 4 |
| Shots on target |
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| 11Lead |
| 5 | Shots outside the box | 8Lead |
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| 16 | Total shots | 20Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Watford | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 37% | Ball possession | 63%Lead |
| 60% | Pass accuracy | 76%Lead |
| 156 | Accurate passes | 338Lead |
| 258 | Total passes | 446Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Watford | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Corner kicks | 5 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Watford | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Blocked shots | 5 |
| 7Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Watford | Statistic | Southampton |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Fouls | 9Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 3 | Yellow cards | 2Lead |