Southampton pass Derby’s record low after holding Man City to surprise draw

Southampton finally rid themselves of the spectre of being crowned the joint worst team in Premier League history after somehow holding Manchester City to a goalless draw.

Rock-bottom and already relegated, Saints battled to secure their 12th point of a sorry season which eased them past Derby’s record low tally of 11 in 2007/08.

This may have been one of the most one-sided 0-0 draws in Premier League history, with City having 72 per cent possession, 26 shots to Southampton’s two and 68 touches in the Saints box compared to just seven for the hosts.

A goalless affair between Southampton and Man City leaves the race for Champions League spots well and truly alive