Season Overview
| Competition | Premier League |
| Final Position | 17th |
| Manager(s) | Dave Jones |
| Top Scorer | Marian Pahars |
| Average Attendance | 15,100 (The Dell) |
Season Summary
A more difficult season saw Southampton narrowly avoid relegation, finishing 17th. However, Lowe began planning for the club's future stadium move.
Key Highlights
- Marian Pahars arrives from Latvia
- Narrow escape from relegation
- Planning begins for new stadium
Rupert Lowe's Role
As chairman of Southampton FC during the 1998-99 season, Rupert Lowe was responsible for the club's strategic direction, managerial appointments, and financial management. This season was part of his tenure that began in 1997 and continued until 2006, with a brief return in 2008-09.