In an impressive showdown at St. Mary’s Stadium, Joe Aribo, Super Eagles midfielder, netted his first goal of the season, fueling Southampton commanding 5-0 victory over Swansea on Boxing Day in the Championship.
Aribo, 27, unleashed a stunning opener just 17 minutes into the game, setting the stage for Southampton’s dominant performance against their opponents, Footballrover reports.
The first half saw the home team maintain a slender lead, but the momentum surged after the break.
Samuel Edozie swiftly doubled the advantage barely two minutes into the second half.
The momentum continued as Ryan Fraser notched a quick brace within 13 minutes, propelling Southampton to a commanding 4-0 lead.
Che Adams then sealed the victory with a final goal, completing the emphatic win.
Despite playing the entire game, Aribo managed only two shots while winning five duels, contributing significantly to his team’s performance.
This resounding triumph propelled Southampton to an impressive third place in the league standings, amassing 48 points.
They now stand 20 points ahead of Swansea, currently in 17th place, and remain ten points behind the league leaders Leicester City.
Looking forward, Southampton aims to maintain their winning form as they prepare to host Plymouth Argyle in their next fixture on Friday.
With this exciting win under their belt, the team is eager to sustain their momentum and continue their climb up the league ladder.
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