Southampton revived in Premiership survival

Southampton looked much improved today against a feisty Everton side that needed a last second goal by substitute Marcus Bent to come away with a point.

An entertaining match throughout, both teams played attacking football and the scoring came early as former Southampton player James Beattie netted in the 4th minute followed by Peter Crouch in the 36th and Southampton newcomer Henri Camara in the second half.

Southampton has a number of new signings on display and was it not for a last minute lapse, deserved the 3 points. Camara in particular was tricky and created all sorts of defensive problems. There was a lot of potential although he held the ball much too long, at times not aware of players available in acres of space.

As a team, Southampton was much stronger today. There was better organization and veteran Oliver Bernard, who played very well, fit right in.

This result was a definite setback for both teams as Southampton must dig even deeper to avoid relegation and Everton have given 2 points to heel snappers Liverpool.