Southampton, England, ENG — Finn Azaz's first-half strike proved enough as Southampton edged Norwich City in a tight English League Championship contest at St. Mary's Stadium, with the hosts holding firm to secure a hard-fought home win.
Azaz broke the deadlock in the 24th minute, giving Southampton the lead they would protect for the remainder of the match. Norwich pressed to find a way back into the game but could not convert, leaving the points firmly with the home side.
GOALS:- 24' Finn Azaz - Southampton
STANDOUT PLAYERS:- Southampton: Finn Azaz - Match-winning goal in the 24th minute- Norwich City: Paris Maghoma - Showed initiative in Norwich's attempts to level
KEY STAT: Southampton kept a clean sheet, limiting Norwich City to zero goals across 90 minutes at St. Mary's Stadium.