City’s bid for a top five finish took a blow as relegated Southampton managed to keep a rare clean sheet in what has been a difficult campaign for the hosts.
The Saints defended in numbers and the Blues found it difficult to break through a wall of red and white shirts in the warm south coast sunshine.
MATCH REPORT: SOUTHAMPTON 0-O CITY
The general feeling at St Mary’s was that a goal for City would come sooner or later, but on this occasion as the minutes ticked by, the belief among the home players and supporters grew.
Omar Marmoush came closest to scoring in added time as his long-range shot struck the crossbar.
We’ll now look to end the season on a high with the FA Cup final next weekend and clashes against Bournemouth and Fulham as we eye Champions League qualification.
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