Joe Aribo has explained how Saints defeated relegation rivals Ipswich Town to earn their second Premier League win this term.
Joe Aribo has expressed his delight at Southampton’s crucial 2-1 Premier League victory over Ipswich Town.
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Joe Aribo scored one of Southampton’s two goals in Saturday’s Premier League win at Ipswich (Credit: Imago)
The Nigerian midfielder scored the opening goal after 21 minutes and praised the team’s togetherness and fighting spirit.
Paul Onuachu scored the winning goal in the 87th minute after Aribo’s strike was pegged back by Liam Delap just after the half-hour mark.
Paul Onuachu celebrates scoring for Southampton against Ipswich on February 1, 2025 (Credit: Imago)
The midfield man highlighted the importance of the team’s collective effort and their determination to fight for each other to secure Ivan Juric’s first Premier League win since replacing Russell Martin.
“For us it’s an amazing feeling,” said Aribo. “Really important for us to get that result. We knew how big that game was and we had to fight and you saw us fighting and it was just amazing to get that result.
“I think it just shows the character of the boys, how together we are, how much we’re willing to fight for each other. You know, we can’t do this individually, we’ve got to fight together and that’s all you have to do in the upcoming games.”
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The Southampton head coach challenged Paul Onuachu after the forward’s winning goal in Saints’ triumph at Portman Road.
The win was a much-needed boost for Southampton, who have been struggling in the Premier League this season, with success cutting the deficit from Ipswich to eight points.
What next for Southampton?
Saints host Burnley in the FA Cup next Saturday before returning to league action against Bournemouth on February 15.
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