Premier League: Aribo, Onuachu Relegate With Southampton

Premier League: Aribo, Onuachu Relegate With Southampton

Sampson Adedeji

It was a disappointing weekend for Super Eagles stars Joe Aribo and Paul Onuachu as Southampton's relegation from the Premier League was officially confirmed, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Saints suffered a 3-1 defeat to London side Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, sealing their fate after an already dire season.

Aribo was named in the starting XI, while Onuachu—initially a doubt for the fixture—came off the bench in the 73rd minute. Southampton’s demotion had been looming after Jorgen Strand Larsen’s late goal for Ipswich at Portman Road on Saturday all but sealed their fate.

The loss at Tottenham made it official, sending them back to the Championship just a year after promotion.

With just 10 points from 31 matches and a staggering goal difference of -51, the Saints have equalled the record for the lowest points tally after 30 games in Premier League history.