Sam Morsy earns Ipswich dramatic draw at Southampton
Sam Morsy struck a dramatic added-time equaliser as Ipswich snatched a 1-1 Premier League draw against fellow promoted side Southampton at St Mary’s.
Saints were set to pick up a precious first top-flight victory of the season following a maiden career goal from 18-year-old academy graduate Tyler Dibling.
But Tractor Boys captain Morsy levelled five minutes beyond the 90 with a deflected drive from the edge of the penalty box.
Both sides remain without league wins this term, having each played five matches since coming up from the Sky Bet Championship.
Southampton forward Cameron Archer wasted two golden chances, including hitting a post, to give the hosts breathing space, while goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale produced superb saves to prevent Omari Hutchinson and George Hirst levelling before the late twist.
Ipswich arrived in Hampshire on the back of successive draws and having done the double over Southampton last season in the second tier.
Manchester City loanee Kalvin Phillips was replaced by Jens Cajuste in the Tractor Boys’ midfield due to a thigh injury, while Saints’ four changes included a first league start this term for Adam Lallana.
Former England international Lallana swiftly justified his selection by delightfully setting up a team-mate half his age.
The 36-year-old carved open the visitors’ defence with an exquisite through ball, leaving teenager Dibling to take a couple of touches and gleefully bury a milestone finish beyond Arijanet Muric.
Despite the early setback, Ipswich were initially the greater threat. Sammie Szmodics directed a half-volley wide and later fluffed a close-range free header, albeit from an offside position.
Southampton survived more nervy moments but should have stretched their lead in the