The 1996-97 campaign delivered a tense, dramatic survival for Southampton as The Saints, under new manager Graeme Souness, finished a precarious 16th in the Premier League, just one point above the drop zone. Leading the charge was their legendary talisman, Matt Le Tissier, whose 13 league goals proved vital in a desperate battle to avoid relegation. The campaign was defined by shocking highs, like the unforgettable 6-3 victory over champions Manchester United at The Dell, and lows, such as the 7-1 defeat to Everton, with a late seven-game unbeaten run ultimately securing their top-flight status. It was a turbulent, but defining, chapter in the club's modern history.