Stoke City Holds Southampton to 2-1 Win in Dramatic Late Goal

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Southampton lost 2-1 at home to Stoke City on August 22, 2026, after a late goal by Divin Mubama secured Stoke's win. Despite early dominance and a lead, Southampton could not hold off Stoke, who equalized in the first half and ultimately prevailed.

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Southampton lost 2-1 at home to Stoke City, remaining winless this season.
Divin Mubama scored a dramatic late winner for Southampton in the 89th minute.
Kyle Larrin opened the scoring for Southampton early in the match.
Stoke City dominated the first half and equalized through Ethan Galbraith in the 26th minute.
Southampton improved in the second half but struggled with shot accuracy, only two on target out of thirteen.
The match was covered live by Sport 5 on August 22, 2026.

Southampton hosted Stoke City in their first home game of the season on August 22, 2026, but remained winless after a 2-1 defeat. Southampton started strongly with Daniel Peretz in goal and took the lead late in the match at the 89th minute through a dramatic counterattack goal by Divin Mubama. Earlier, Kyle Larrin had opened the scoring for Southampton following a swift break. Despite Southampton's early advantage, Stoke City dominated much of the first half, taking nine shots compared to Southampton's three, and equalized in the 26th minute when Ethan Galbraith scored from a cross, leaving Peretz with no chance.

The second half saw Southampton improve significantly, pressing Stoke City's defense with waves of attacks. However, their finishing was lacking, with only two of thirteen shots on target. The match ended 2-1 in favor of Stoke City, marking Southampton's continued struggle to secure a victory this season. The game was covered live by Sport 5, highlighting the key moments and player performances.

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