SOUTHAMPTON, England (Reuters) -Southampton salvaged a point in a surprising 0-0 Premier League draw with Manchester City on Saturday that meant they avoided being the joint-worst team in Premier League history.

Rock bottom and relegated Southampton had looked likely to equal Derby County's season-low tally of 11 points in 2007-08, but the draw moved them to 12 as their fans at a sun-drenched St Mary's Stadium sung loudly in celebration.

"We've had a tough, tough season, we've had tough Monday mornings after heavy defeats," Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale told Sky Sports. "We spoke about trying to be respectful and giving our all for the football club.