Southampton vs Newcastle: An analysis as Saints top the Premier League

By Marc Walker | Nov 6, 2020

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 06: Ralph Hasenhuttl, Manager of Southampton reacts during the Premier League match between Southampton and Newcastle United at St Mary's Stadium on November 06, 2020 in Southampton, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Adam Davy - Pool/Getty Images) /

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Stuart Armstrong of Southampton (Photo by Robin Jones/Getty Images) /

Southampton moved to the top of the Premier League table after a comfortable 2-0 win over Newcastle United on Friday evening.

Saints got the perfect start after just seven minutes when Che Adams’ excellent finish put them into the lead.

Some good chances went begging throughout the game without the predatory Danny Ings available but the three points were wrapped up by Stuart Armstrong’s late second.

Given the injuries that they have dealt with this week, it is a very promising sign that Saints were still able to see off Newcastle in such a commanding manner and they will look to return back to this form after the international break.

Here is an analytical look at how the match panned out: