Southampton manager Tonda Eckert thanked the Saints fans for helping them get over the line in their 3-2 win over West Brom.
Southampton were cruising 3-0 up at half-time thanks to goals from Leo Scienza and an Adam Armstrong double before the Baggies fought back and Eckert felt the home support was key.
Eckert told BBC Radio Solent: "I think the second half showed what an energy St Mary's can create for us and I take that as a positive.
"I'm trying to look at the result more positive as it's the Championship and there are no easy games.