Southampton edge Everton to earn first win of the season

Updated: Nov 2, 2025, 01:14 pm
Adam Armstrong scored to give Southampton their first win of the season against Everton.
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Promoted Southampton finally got to celebrate a first Premier League win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Everton thanks to a late Adam Armstrong goal at St Mary's on Saturday.

After a first-half of few chances, Saints goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale made a string of saves including from shots by Orel Mangala and Michael Keane. But Armstrong struck in the 85th minute, slotting home inside the box after a counter-attack.

Beto thought he had equalised for Everton moments later but his effort was ruled out for offside.

Southampton sit second-bottom with four points from 10 matches, while Everton are 16th on nine points.