"A 1-0 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage ensured there will be a Championship name in Monday's quarter-final draw after Ross Stewart's stoppage-time penalty upset the Premier League side. Saints are playing their cup fixtures this season in shirts that commemorate the victory over Manchester United in May 1976 that brought the club the only major honour in their history."
"Eckert, who has revived the team's season since his appointment in November and has them on the cusp of the play-offs, believes the strong support in west London is a sign that supporters believe a repeat of their greatest day is possible. You see how much it means to the club, he said. It's been 50 years since we won it for the last time."
Southampton secured a 1-0 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage through a stoppage-time penalty by Ross Stewart, advancing to the FA Cup quarter-finals. The win ensures a Championship team will feature in Monday's draw. Southampton's players wear commemorative shirts honoring the club's only major trophy—the 1976 FA Cup triumph over Manchester United. Manager Tonda Eckert challenged his squad to maintain momentum and return to Wembley, marking the 50th anniversary of that historic victory. Despite Fulham fielding a weakened lineup with nine changes, Southampton's substantial away support demonstrated fan belief in achieving another memorable cup run.
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