Watford manager Claudio Ranieri told BBC Match of the Day: "We knew it was a very difficult match but the first half we were too passive. "The second half was much, much better. Southampton work together since 2018 and they played better than us.

Speaking to Match of the Day, Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl said: "We had some good moments when we created a lot of chances and were aggressive with the ball. After conceding, we started doing what we wanted but we didn't have enough in the second half.

Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: "I concede that we didn't play well at any moment in the game. The result is fair and it is justified in the first half.

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live: "We saw a fantastic game today for the supporters, a really intense way to play. We came back in a fantastic way but then after the red card it is hard to defend.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola: "We were not good in our build-up and we lost simple balls with our passes because we were not clever today, and a little bit sloppy. "We have to compliment Southampton and move forward.

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce speaking to BBC MOTD: "After watching it back, I think it is the right decision but it was a charade for VAR to give it. In my opinion this needs to be addressed.

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: “For the first goal, the way the corner happens was nearly an own goal. There’s no need – Alex [McCarthy] can pick the ball up and everything is easy.

West Ham manager David Moyes, speaking to Match of the Day: "If you'd said at the start of the season that we'd finish sixth I don't think many would have believed that. After losing the first two Premier League games of the season it didn't look likely, but we've been really consistent.

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl, on the return of fans, said: "It was absolutely amazing for me. When I was coming out at the beginning of the game, it was an impressive view to see them sitting there.

Southampton boss Ralph Hassenhuttl told BBC Sport: "I'm pleased about what I've seen today. Clean sheet is still not there but we deserved this win, we were the better team." On Nathan Tella: "He's always smiling.

Southampton boss Ralph Hassenhuttl speaking to BBC Sport: "It is the worst thing that should happen, they always score very early, it didn't kill our game plan because we knew we would have a lot of possession and try to create chances.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp speaking to BBC Sport: "They are well organised and have an intense style of play. They had their moments. We set up their biggest chance ourselves but we deserved the three points.