Southampton 0-1 Man City: Three match takeaways

By Marc Walker | May 14, 2018

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - MAY 13: Raheem Sterling of Manchester City shoots but is blocked by Ryan Bertrand of Southampton during the Premier League match between Southampton and Manchester City at St Mary's Stadium on May 13, 2018 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) /

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SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – MAY 13: Mark Hughes, Manager of Ssouthampton hows appreciation to the afterthe Premier League match between Southampton and Manchester City at St Mary’s Stadium on May 13, 2018 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) /

Positivity towards Hughes clear to see

Mark Hughes has managed the situation brilliantly since he has come in and has rightly been lauded for his work by fans and players.

The Saints fans were clear in their appreciation of the Welshman after the final whistle; singing his name as he made his way round the pitch during the lap of appreciation.

Post-match interviews with players including Dusan Tadic also helped to show the effect he has had on the group. Previous matches have also seen widespread praise from squad members.

After two failed managerial appointments in the last two seasons, surely the board can only see one man to take the club forward again.