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Southampton vs Sheffield United: Analysis of Saints’ comprehensive win

By Marc Walker

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 13: Southampton team acknowledge return of a limited number of home fans after their 3-0 win during the Premier League match between Southampton and Sheffield United at St Mary's Stadium on December 13, 2020 in Southampton, England. A limited number of spectators (2000) are welcomed back to stadiums to watch elite football across England. This was following easing of restrictions on spectators in tiers one and two areas only. (Photo by Robin Jones/Getty Images)
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 13: Southampton team acknowledge return of a limited number of home fans after their 3-0 win during the Premier League match between Southampton and Sheffield United at St Mary's Stadium on December 13, 2020 in Southampton, England. A limited number of spectators (2000) are welcomed back to stadiums to watch elite football across England. This was following easing of restrictions on spectators in tiers one and two areas only. (Photo by Robin Jones/Getty Images) /
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Nathan Redmond of Southampton (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
Nathan Redmond of Southampton (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) /

Southampton beat Sheffield United on Sunday to break back into the Premier League’s top four.

Patience and wise use of possession were key to the win and moved Ralph Hasenhuttl’s side back to within two points of league leaders Spurs.

The reaction to a recent setback against Manchester United has been excellent and Saints fans – some of whom were present at St Mary’s yesterday – will be getting ever more excited about potential European nights.

Upcoming matches with Arsenal and Manchester City will provide bigger tests, but things are looking very positive indeed.

Here is an analytical look at how Saints got their latest victory and what their current form means: