Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, a well-known Southampton fan, was spotted in the stands during the club’s final Premier League match of the season against Arsenal at St Mary’s Stadium on May 25, 2025. Sunak, who has long expressed his deep-rooted support for the Saints, made the appearance to cheer on his hometown team despite their narrow 2-1 defeat, sealed by a late goal from Arsenal’s Martin Ødegaard.
His presence highlighted his strong personal connection to both the city and the club. The game itself was eventful, featuring a farewell goal from Arsenal’s Kieran Tierney and a debut appearance from Southampton’s promising 18-year-old winger Jay Robinson. Despite the loss, the energy at the stadium remained electric, with fans—and high-profile attendees like Sunak—backing the team as they look ahead to the next campaign
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