Southampton vs Stoke City — Pass Map

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Southampton 1 – 2 Stoke City

Championship · 23 Aug 2025

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Node size = touches

Edge thickness = est. passes

High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Defensive distributor anchors possession

T. Harwood-Bellis completed 68 passes at 88.3% accuracy across 98 touches, controlling play from the back. His volume and reliability structured Southampton's build-up and prevented turnovers in defensive phases.

Midfield creator drives attacking threat

R. Manning delivered 5 key passes and generated 0.803 expected assists from open play. His creative output provided the primary linking mechanism between defense and Southampton's forward runners.

Defensive wall dominates ball recovery

B. Lawal compiled 12 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries, and clearances to blanket Stoke's defensive line. His activity won back possession repeatedly and disrupted Southampton's attacking rhythm throughout the match.

Substitute creator ignites late pressure

Welington contributed 1 key pass and 0.039 expected assists in just 21 minutes off the bench. His immediate attacking intent injected fresh creativity when Southampton needed a late push for a result.