Overview
- Jay Robinson and Leo Scienza scored for Southampton, with Rumarn Burrell replying for QPR at Loftus Road.
- The result ended Southampton's run of three consecutive defeats after five league matches without a win.
- Tonda Eckert, promoted from the U21s, took interim charge as the club continues its search for a permanent manager.
- QPR suffered a third straight loss despite an encouraging first half that featured persistent set-piece danger from Ilias Chair.
- Eckert lauded his players' character, while Julien Stéphan said QPR's display deserved a better outcome.