The analysis describes the football match between Southampton and West Ham on December 26, 2024, highlighting the different tactical strategies employed by the two teams: Southampton's possession play versus West Ham's counter-attacking style. The difference in approach, linked to their respective league positions (Southampton in the relegation zone, West Ham mid-table), determined West Ham's 1-0 victory. The text analyzes the formations, playing styles, and the development of the match, emphasizing Southampton's defensive difficulties.