It was a familiar story for Steve Bruce, with his side managing just two shots on target as well as relying on the brilliance of in-form Karl Darlow.
Who shone and struggled at St Mary’s? Our man Miles Starforth has dished out his player ratings – scroll and click through the pages to see how each player ranks:
5. Federico Fernandez - 6
Steady performance, made some typically well-timed interceptions on a night where the back five was left exposed. Photo: Pool
6. Jamal Lewis - 6
Tried to get forward, but spent much of the game on the back foot Photo: Pool
7. Sean Longstaff - 5
Had a first-half header saved by McCarthy, caught in possession for Southampton's second goal. Photo: MICHAEL STEELE
8. Jeff Hendrick - 4
Ineffective as the midfield anchor, playing his way out of Bruce’s starting XI. Photo: Alex Pantling