Season 5 Episode 28

Going Down

Southampton's relegation from the Premier League has set a new, unwanted record.
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Episode Notes

What looked inevitable from pretty much the start of the season was last week confirmed. After falling to a 3-1 defeat against fellow strugglers Tottenham, Southampton’s relegation was confirmed — becoming the first club to ever suffer that fate with as many as seven matches to play.

Vocabulary

  1. Unwanted: something that is not wanted
    ”Southampton’s early relegation gave them an unwanted record.”
  2. Inevitable: certain to happen and unable to be avoided or prevented
    ”Relegation seemed inevitable from the very beginning of the season.”
  3. Discontent: a feeling of wanting better treatment or an improved situation
    ”The team's poor performance has led to growing discontent among fans.”

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