Southampton Overcome West Brom Fightback to Win 3-2 in Thrilling Championship Encounter

Saints Continue Impressive Form Under Eckert

Tonda Eckert continued his impressive start as Southampton manager with a sixth victory in seven games as the Saints held off a West Brom fightback to win 3-2 at St Mary’s on Tuesday night. The match, played on 9 December 2025, showcased Southampton’s resurgence under their new boss whilst highlighting West Brom’s ongoing struggles on the road.

Armstrong Stars as Southampton Dominate First Half

The home side started strongly at St Mary’s Stadium, with Championship top scorer Adam Armstrong scoring twice before half-time to take his tally to 11 after Leo Scienza set the hosts on their way with an early goal. The goal was made by former Albion winger Tom Fellows, who drove through the heart of midfield from within his own half before feeding Scienza to finish clinically into the far corner in the 12th minute. Armstrong’s clinical finishing then put Southampton firmly in control before the break.

Baggies Battle Back But Fall Short

West Brom showed resilience in the second half, refusing to accept defeat. Grant was West Brom’s best player and scored just after the hour mark as he cut in from the left and struck low into the far corner to give the away side hope. With four minutes left Phillips nodded in from Mikey Johnston’s corner to ensure a nervy ending for the home side. The visitors nearly salvaged a dramatic point when Samuel Iling-Junior missed a late opportunity.

Significance for Both Clubs

The victory keeps Southampton’s excellent form intact under Eckert and demonstrates their credentials as they push up the Championship table. For West Brom, the defeat extends their losing streak to six consecutive away games, piling further pressure on manager Ryan Mason. The contrasting fortunes of both teams highlight the importance of managerial impact and home advantage in the Championship’s competitive landscape.