The 2020/21 season, like any season, has been a rollercoaster of triumph and a descent into disappointment for football fans of all persuasions – and Southampton are no exception.
Despite the turbulent Premier League season so far, that hasn’t stopped the Saints from marching on. Indeed, the south coast side look increasingly like dark horses for a Champions League spot.
Nearly halfway through the season, the Saints find themselves in seventh place and just three points away from a top four position. To say the Saints are genuinely challenging for a Champions League place is an understatement – and they haven’t achieved that status through blind luck.
Consistency, grit and a helpful upset or two have been integral factors to the Saints’ spell of fine form despite a quiet transfer window so far this month.
However, the likes of summer window arrivals Theo Walcott and Ibrahima Diallo are increasingly holding down spots in Hasenhuttl’s side and have undoubtedly been a lift for the Saints.
To that end, test your knowledge of the season so far, including its results, scorers and new faces…
