Southampton 1-1 Crystal Palace: Late Equalizer Endangers Saints' Survival

In a tense match, Southampton's hopes for only their third Premier League victory of the season were dashed by a late equalizer from Crystal Palace's Matheus Franca, ending the game in a 1-1 draw. Southampton started strong with a first-half goal from Paul Onuachu, but they remain at the bottom of the league table with only 10 points, just one short of the record low set by Derby County in 2007-08. The draw means Southampton could face relegation if they lose to Tottenham and Wolves win against Ipswich this weekend, potentially making them the first team to be relegated with seven matches still to play. Crystal Palace, on a five-match winning streak and preparing for an FA Cup semi-final, salvaged the point but failed to capitalize on their earlier dominance. Despite the draw, Southampton's inability to hold leads has been a significant issue this season, leading to the loss of 25 points from winning positions. The match showcased the Saints' struggle as they aim to avoid making unwanted history in the Premier League.