The 2009-10 campaign delivered glorious cup silverware for Southampton, as The Saints, despite finishing 7th in League One, triumphed in the EFL Trophy with a memorable victory over Carlisle in the Final at Wembley. Leading the charge was Rickie Lambert, whose remarkable 29 goals proved decisive in a campaign built on defiant success and attacking flair. It was a season of promise that marked a vital moment in the club's history and remains a beloved chapter in their journey back through the divisions.