Southampton faces record tying defeat after Fulham loss

Southampton suffered a dramatic 2-1 home defeat to Fulham after conceding two late goals, including a stoppage-time winner from Ryan Sessegnon, despite taking an early lead through Jack Stephens. The loss means Southampton remain at risk of matching Derby County's record for the fewest points in a Premier League season, with only a handful of games left to surpass the 11-point mark. The Saints have endured a difficult campaign, already confirming relegation earlier than any team in Premier League history, and have dropped more points from winning positions than any other side this season. Their 14th home defeat is among the worst in league history, underscoring their struggles both defensively and in maintaining leads. The team's remaining fixtures are now critical, as they seek to avoid being labeled the joint-worst team in Premier League history. The match also highlighted the disappointment of fans and the leadership challenges faced by captain Jack Stephens, who nevertheless ended a long goal drought with his early header.