"Finn Azaz stormed onto Cyle Larin's pass from James Bree's throw-in and finished with aplomb after 25 minutes, giving Southampton the lead. The victory extended their unbeaten run to 11 games and saw them leapfrog Wrexham to claim sixth in the table, just three points behind fifth-placed Hull City in the Championship play-off race."
"Southampton's home record under Eckert has them dreaming of a play-off pursuit. They have lost only one of their 12 home league games under Eckert (W8 D3), winning four of their last five matches. Hull City are the only side to defeat Eckert at St. Mary's, winning 2-1 in January."
"Azaz now has five goal involvements in his last seven league appearances against Norwich (four goals, one assist). Although Southampton were forced to hold on at the end, they clinched a pivotal three points in the top-six race despite Norwich accumulating 1.11 expected goals to Southampton's 0.58."
Southampton defeated Norwich City 1-0 at home, with Finn Azaz scoring in the 25th minute after receiving Cyle Larin's pass from James Bree's throw-in. The victory extended Southampton's unbeaten streak to 11 matches and elevated them to sixth place, three points behind Hull City and ahead of Wrexham. Despite Norwich creating more chances and accumulating higher expected goals (1.11 xG to Southampton's 0.58), Southampton's defense held firm. Daniel Peretz made crucial saves, including a brilliant denial of Kellen Fisher's attempt. Southampton's strong home record under manager Tonda Eckert, with eight wins in 12 games, proved decisive in this pivotal play-off race encounter.
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