About Southampton FA Cup
Southampton History in the FA Cup
Southampton do not have the greatest of histories when it comes down to FA Cup moments, however the Saints are still a side that need to be taken seriously when fixtures are played in the world’s oldest club knockout competition each season. The south coast outfit are heavily supported by their passionate fanbase and with the prospect of games being played at the St. Mary’s Stadium, the 32,384 capacity venue can become an incredible place on matchday.
Compared to some of the other clubs that have featured in the tournament over the years, Southampton may not have been able to boast about the stars they have had available to them, although they have had men like Danny Ings, James Ward-Prowse, Nathan Redmond and Stuart Armstrong all play prominent roles in recent memories.
Southampton's Top Achievements In the FA Cup
As mentioned, the Saints do not have a vast collection of trophies to be able to count upon, however they are able to share the fact that they are a previous winner of the FA Cup. The Saints have won on no fewer than one occasion, with their victorious outing having come in the 1975/76 campaign.
Indeed, the Saints have been able to reach the tournament’s final showdown on more than one occasion, though, having finished as runners-up in the competition three times in their history. Their first came way back in 1899/00, with the following appearance in 1901/02, whilst the 2002/03 showpiece was their latest to date.