Southampton FC vs. Blackburn Rovers - December 16, 2023

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MATCH TIMELINE

C. Alcaraz

90' + 10'

S. Mara

90' + 8'

S. MaraA. Armstrong

76'

C. AlcarazS. Armstrong

76'

J. Aribo

76'

71'

L. TravisA. Wharton

67'

S. Szmodics

W. Smallbone

67'

J. StephensT. Harwood-Bellis

66'

S. CharlesF. Downes

66'

R. FraserS. Edozie

66'

S. Armstrong

64'

58'

H. LeonardS. Trondstad

58'

J. GarrettA. Moran

55'

C. Brittain

S. Edozie

44'

F. Downes

37'

26'

C. Brittain

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🔙 Things you love to see! Scott Wharton played the full 90 for #Rovers U21s last night as he builds towards a first-team return. 🔵⚪️

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🗣️ "𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚" 🇪🇬 @sammorsy08 sat down with RoversTV ahead of the trip to take on his former side Bristol City. #BRCvROV | #Rovers 🔵⚪️

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🗣️ "𝙄 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄'𝙫𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙩'𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙩 𝙖 𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙡𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢" Tony Mowbray is happy to have some selection headaches as players return from injury. #Rovers 🔵⚪️

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Could Southampton's next Cyle Larin make a surprise appearance against Norwich?Cyle Larin, despite experiencing difficulties with his back on international duty with Canada, started against Portsmouth on Sunday. The Southampton striker wa

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The good news keeps coming as Southampton prepare to cement Tonda Eckert’s futureSouthampton's resilient 1-0 win over Portsmouth on Sunday was a long time coming. Amazingly, this was the first time the Saints had won a South Coast Derby, in

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The non Cameron Bragg Southampton change Tonda Eckert should make for NorwichTonda Eckert won't be able to call upon Cameron Bragg for Southampton's Championship trip to Norwich City on Wednesday night. Indeed, the wide-eyed number 26 wa

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Only one Championship side has scored more goals than Southampton this seasonSouthampton have scored 20 league goals in nine games. Only one side has more, and Saints visit them on the 24th October.

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Eckert should rest this Saints star before a dip in form becomes a habitLéo Scienza has started every league game this season. Eckert should give him the night off at Norwich.

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Five things learnt from Southampton’s 1-0 derby day win over PortsmouthThe Saints retained their bragging rights on the south coast after beating their rivals Portsmouth one-nil on Sunday.

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This Southampton defender has joined Ings and Beattie in derby folkloreSouthampton waited 21 years for this derby win. James Bree’s left foot at the far post ended it on Sunday.

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The surprising gulf that already separates Saints and Pompey after the derbySouthampton secured all three points against Portsmouth on Sunday despite going down to 10 men before half-time.

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Derby wins are great but Southampton’s away form will define their seasonSouthampton's insane St Mary's record under Tonda Eckert was tested to its limits against Portsmouth on Sunday. Indeed, on another day, John Mousinho's visitor

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The unbeaten red card phenomenon that saved Southampton vs PortsmouthTypically, when you go down to ten men, you end up crashing to a devastating defeat. Over recent seasons, this has largely been the case for Southampton, with

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The surprise Southampton star who consoled Cameron Bragg after his red cardCameron Bragg would have felt an instant pang of regret when he dragged down Ebou Adams on the 43rd minute mark on Sunday. The young Scotsman had already been

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Tonda Eckert could have his own José Fonte & Toby Alderweireld partnership at SouthamptonSouthampton had to dig deep to beat their South Coast enemies Portsmouth 1-0 on Sunday. The Saints, who have been known this season to pummel teams with their

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Cameron Bragg must learn from Southampton's ultimate terrier after red card misstepSouthampton vs Portsmouth isn't regularly littered with red cards, despite the South Coast Derby being notoriously heated. Before today's full-blooded match ki

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Three winners and two losers from Southampton's nervy South Coast Derby victorySouthampton fans can now breathe again after a whirlwind of a South Coast Derby was played out at St. Mary's. The Saints had to dig deep to secure a nervy 1-0 w

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Why Caspar Jander will likely settle for a place on the Southampton bench vs PortsmouthSouthampton have a relatively clean bill of health for their clash with Portsmouth on Sunday. At first, it appeared as if Cyle Larin and Daniel Peretz would bo

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Why Southampton fans will agree with ex-Portsmouth hero over South Coast Derby takeDavid Norris' name won't be remembered very fondly if you're of a Southampton persuasion. Back in April 2012, the well-travelled midfielder would break St. Mar

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Tonda Eckert could make this surprise Southampton change for the South Coast DerbyWe are now just a day away from the latest instalment of the South Coast Derby kicking off. The excitement is palpable, as Southampton prepare to face their ar

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Fit again Southampton star will be aiming to be Tonda Eckert's own Danny IngsTonda Eckert has been handed several injury boosts ahead of the South Coast Derby. Heading into Southampton's first match back since the international break co

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The Southampton duo who will relish Sunday’s derby clash against hated rivals PortsmouthSouthampton face an important meeting with Portsmouth on Sunday, their first match since Tonda Eckert’s all-clear.

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Southampton should offer Tonda Eckert new contract following end of Spygate sagaTonda Eckert is Southampton's boss for the foreseeable future, but one object is in the way of a long-term partnership.

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How Southampton claimed ultimate bragging rights in five classic South Coast derbiesSouthampton haven't got the better of Portsmouth in a South Coast Derby, when it comes to league action, since 2004. Strangely, there will be youthful pockets

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This Southampton legend sends clear Tonda Eckert contract message to Saints boardOnly a select few Southampton players have the honour next to their name of scoring in a South Coast Derby. The last time the Saints beat Portsmouth in a compe

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'He's cheated!' – Mouthy ex-Portsmouth star Jamie O'Hara has called Southampton outAll eyes will be on Southampton vs Portsmouth on Sunday lunchtime, as the South Coast rivals face off in the latest instalment of their bitter Derby showdown.

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Southampton must now focus on closing Championship gap as Tonda Eckert cloud liftsSouthampton's Spygate nightmare, which started back in May, has finally been put to bed. It has been an agonising wait to work out what Tonda Eckert's individu

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Southampton will be doubly determined for Portsmouth clash following Tonda Eckert rulingSouthampton vs Portsmouth needs no introduction as a feisty clash between two sworn enemies. Indeed, around 15 miles is all that separates the Saints from thei

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EFL pundit left flabbergasted as Tonda Eckert avoids lengthy Southampton banThe wider footballing world was expecting that Tonda Eckert would receive a lengthy ban as Southampton boss for his involvement in Spygate. The German admitted

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FA documents reveal Southampton boss Tonda Eckert did not organise one spying incidentOne incident of observing a football team has now been clarified by the FA, as it turns out Saints boss Tonda Eckert did not, in fact, organise it.

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Dragan Solak takes swipe at EFL as Saints Spygate saga ends with “positive” experienceThe Spygate saga is finally over, and Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has received his fair punishment.

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Let off the hook? Tonda Eckert can now move on as Southampton suspension has been revealedJust like that, Tonda Eckert's fate has now been revealed. For those worrying he would be given a six-month ban for his involvement in Spygate will be very rel

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Breaking NewsSouthampton coach fined and given suspended ban for Spygate scandal (AP)

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Tonda Eckert handed a suspended six-week banTonda Eckert has been handed a suspended six-week ban by the FA for his involvement in the Spygate scandal.

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Three vital players are in doubt for Southampton’s clash against rivals PortsmouthAhead of their biggest match of the season so far, Southampton are racing against time to get three players match fit.

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Southampton must silence Portsmouth's own Finn Azaz to secure South Coast Derby winFinn Azaz has had a quiet international break playing here and there for the Republic of Ireland. He remains stuck on just one goal for his nation from 16 caps

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New Championship club named in transfer scramble for Southampton targetFor all the Cyle Larins of this world who have been an instant success at Southampton after joining, there have been a few underwhelming purchases from the summ

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Cyle Larin injury scare blown out of proportion ahead of Southampton vs PortsmouthThe three-week international break is nearly over. All the Nations League action, and the friendly contests taking place over this break are now coming to a cl

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Southampton vs Portsmouth is too big a match for this FA silence to continueSouthampton are preparing to face their South Coast foes Portsmouth this approaching Sunday in Championship action with a gigantic elephant remaining in the roo

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Borussia Dortmund ready to sell £10m target Southampton tried to sign on deadline dayTransfer deadline day didn't see Southampton do a lot of last-minute business. Zach Abbott would join the building in the most notable deal, but the loanee fro

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Tonda Eckert could be forced to throw unproven Southampton gem into Portsmouth derbySouthampton fans will be equal levels of anxious and excited at the moment about Championship action returning after the international break. There is still no

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Chelsea lead race for £60m star who Southampton let go for free as a youngsterSouthampton have had several homegrown youngsters over recent years leave St Mary's behind for major bucks. Tyler Dibling is the obvious example that sticks ou

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Aaron Ramsdale’s high stakes experience makes him derby ready for SouthamptonSouthampton have some injury concerns to keep tabs on ahead of the South Coast Derby against Portsmouth in one week's time. Indeed, Cyle Larin didn't feature f

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Portsmouth's 2-0 Chelsea shocker should have Southampton on high alertIt's now only a week until Southampton get their Championship season back underway. Indeed, the next fixture on the 46-game list is a humdinger, as the Saints'

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Southampton will hope this latest Academy change can produce their next Tyler DiblingThe latest change to the Southampton Academy setup will hopefully continue to boost its success.

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Aaron Ramsdale may have found a way back in at Southampton as goalkeeper situation developsFormer Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale may already have a way back in at Southampton.

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Southampton may end up in the South Coast derby under Tonda Eckert regardless of the FAThe Saints face two impending verdicts: over their manager and whether they can beat their rivals.

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Tonda Eckert lauds unsung heroes keeping Southampton squad ready to goSouthampton remain none the wiser as to what the immediate future holds for Tonda Eckert in the dug-out. It's been a week now since Eckert had his hearing with

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Can this forgotten Southampton star realise his potential under Tonda Eckert?Southampton didn't let Taylor Harwood-Bellis leaving the building disorient them too much during the hectic summer transfer window. Of course, it was a blow to

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Has Southampton suffered enough? Why Spygate now feels minor next to Man CitySouthampton shocked the footballing world back in May when the Spygate revelations first came to the surface. Indeed, it had come to light that the Saints had

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Saints’ Ireland internationals snub Daniel Peretz and team in controversial gameA Nations League meeting involving three Saints was marred by controversy on Sunday.

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This ex-Southampton star has been very vocal about his national team unrestCyle Larin has just tasted victory for Canada on international duty. The Southampton striker didn't get on the scoresheet, but he did get credited with an assi

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Southampton must tune out the noise of Tonda Eckert's looming punishmentSouthampton need to ignore any noise around Tonda Eckert awaiting his Spygate punishment

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Moses Sesay isn’t the only Southampton prospect fans should be getting excited aboutMoses Sesay has made quite the early impression on fans of his new loan club. From only seven League Two appearances at Colchester United to date, the young So

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Tempers flare as Cyle Larin faces forgotten Southampton teammate on international dutyA wide array of Southampton first team players remain on international duty as we head into October. It's not until the 11th of October that Championship actio

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Southampton Women miss chance to match men's 100% St Mary's recordSt Mary's is known as one of the toughest fortresses to travel to in the entire Championship. Indeed, Tonda Eckert hasn't tasted a single league defeat on Sout

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Southampton need to ensure they don't repeat Dom Ballard mistake with Moses SesaySouthampton, to the outsider looking in, have always come across as a club willing to give youngsters a chance in the first team. The likes of Adam Lallana and

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Southampton legend weighs in as excessive Tonda Eckert punishment loomsTonda Eckert's individual punishment for his involvement in Spygate still hasn't been confirmed. The FA hearing into the controversial German took place on Thu

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Can Danny Ings rediscover his Southampton prime at his shock new club?Danny Ings is a household name in the English game. The 34-year-old has played 240 times in the Premier League for a wide array of clubs, including Southampton

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Only one Championship player has created more chances than Southampton’s Finn AzazFinn Azaz is certainly up there as being one of the more entertaining Southampton attackers Tonda Eckert has at his disposal. Indeed, when you remove the seven

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Why Finn Azaz would dread this Southampton manager choice if Tonda Eckert leavesFinn Azaz hasn't had a fantastic time away from Southampton so far during the international break. The Republic of Ireland disappointingly lost 1-0 to Kosovo i

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Southampton’s CEO was wrong - the Saints are preparing for life without Tonda EckertWith Tonda Eckert potentially facing a lengthy ban, Southampton have a replacement in mind for their head coach.

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Southampton’s best-kept secret just blew up on the international stageThe international break has officially kicked off. While Southampton continue to wait nervously for the final FA verdict on Tonda Eckert, one specific Saints p

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Southampton beat Brentford, Monaco and Lille to this Chelsea trialistYunus Linton came on for Southampton's under-18s against Reading on Saturday. Five minutes later he helped carve out Marley Parry's goal.

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Where Tonda Eckert’s potential Spygate sanction ranks among football’s longest bansA bombshell update involving the ongoing Spygate scandal was revealed on Wednesday night. The Sun reported that sources from Southampton have a 'real concern'

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The Southampton star branded a "winner" who is only just getting startedPlaying for your country is a milestone every professional player wants to tick off. Cyle Larin has managed to lead the line for Canada a colossal 94 times, du

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Make-or-break time for Southampton's struggling star after the international breakLeo Scienza would hobble off the Racecourse Ground pitch with a worrying injury during Southampton's 2-1 defeat to Wrexham just before the international break.

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Another Southampton star has come out in support of Tonda Eckert ahead of FA hearingSouthampton remain firmly behind Tonda Eckert, even as a FA hearing hangs over the controversial tactician. Indeed, the Saints' CEO, Phil Parsons, has come out

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The Southampton misfit who has been handed a surprise international call-upSeveral Southampton players are preparing to link up with their international teams right now, as the long three-week break, away from domestic Championship act

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Why this Southampton academy gem could be the next James Ward-ProwseJames Ward-Prowse's return to Southampton is sticking out as an inspired transfer decision already. For only £800k, the Saints have won themselves a classy and

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Southampton star facing heartbreak over potential Tonda Eckert exitSouthampton fans will be keeping their fingers crossed that the FA will take a lenient approach with Tonda Eckert's individual Spygate sanction. Football Insid

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Could Southampton look towards this promotion expert if Tonda Eckert is banned?Nobody quite knows what Tonda Eckert's fate will be. This week, an FA hearing will take place that will decide what the Southampton manager's individual punish

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The brand new Southampton youngster who could be the next Tyler DiblingA wide array of Southampton youngsters keep impressing this season, whether that's at their boyhood club, or out on loan. Moses Sesay is now officially off the

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The in-house Southampton options who could step up to replace Tonda EckertSouthampton stumbled to a 2-1 defeat on the road at Wrexham last time out. This was a very disappointing way to wrap up Championship action for the three-week

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Tonda Eckert doesn’t trust this aspect of Southampton’s team after late Wrexham defeatSouthampton lost late at Wrexham, and the state of their squad was a defining issue.

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This Southampton striker scored twice at Wolves while Larin was misfiring at WrexhamCyle Larin had five shots at Wrexham and buried none. The night before that, at Wolves, a Saints forward scored twice.

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Southampton should have held onto this striker who keeps impressingCyle Larin struggled throughout Southampton's 2-1 defeat to Wrexham on Saturday. Going into the clash at the Racecourse Ground, the potent Canadian had seven C

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Is this unnoticed detail behind Southampton's Championship away day misery?Southampton's home form this season is in a league of its own in the Championship. The Saints boast the only 100% record in the entire division, with a breatht

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Southampton locked in transfer battle for January target to boost defence numbersBefore you know it, the January transfer window will be back open. Indeed, we aren't far off October now, and when Championship action returns, we'll already

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Journalist reveals when Tonda Eckert FA hearing could happen during Southampton breakTonda Eckert couldn't pick up one more Championship win as Southampton manager just before the international break. Wrexham would rain on the Saints parade, as

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Five key lessons from Southampton’s late 2-1 loss against WrexhamSouthampton lost late on in Wales as Wrexham beat them 2-1 in a wasteful performance.

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This Southampton star can no longer be deemed undroppable after WrexhamSouthampton's away day woes in the Championship this season continued on as they lost in the last minute at Wrexham on Saturday. Heading into the match, there

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Southampton have one player they cannot afford to lose and it is not LarinJames Ward-Prowse scored his first Saints goal in 1,210 days at Wrexham on Saturday. He also covered more ground than anybody on the pitch.

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Simon Jordan has spotted the one precedent that could save Eckert at SouthamptonTonda Eckert's FA hearing lands this week. The verdict should arrive before Portsmouth turn up at St Mary's on the 11th of October.

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Southampton player ratings: Wasteful Saints sunk by late Wrexham winnerTwo-thirds of the ball, 19 shots and nothing to show for it. Every Saint who featured rated after a heartbreaking last-minute shocker.

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Southampton's Eckert says Wrexham's Spygate advert is 'not particularly funny'Tonda Eckert watched the Firefox advert on Thursday night and was not particularly amused.

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The head-to-head stats overwhelmingly back Southampton to beat WrexhamSouthampton fans won't want the disruptive three-week international break to come into effect as their beloved Saints have been phenomenal across recent Champio

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Southampton will have to savour this match with potential of it being Tonda Eckert’s lastA three-week international break looms, as does the Football Association and their Tonda Eckert verdict.

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This excellent Southampton star needs a well-earned rest following sensational formDivin Mubama's England U21s callup, which was confirmed today, now means Southampton have seven players on international duty during the upcoming international

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The extended international break hits Southampton at the worst possible timeSouthampton have one more Championship clash this weekend to look forward to before there is a long pause of second-tier action. The Saints travel to Wrexham t

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Will January finally bring an end to Aaron Ramsdale’s Southampton uncertainty?Aaron Ramsdale boasts 195 Premier League appearances next to his name, yet remains out of the first team fold at Southampton. Tonda Eckert has remained loyal t

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Southampton enter into transfer race for this surprise January targetThe summer transfer window has been barely been shut for a couple of weeks and yet the transfer rumours keep coming. Indeed, Southampton have been tipped in re

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The Southampton star who could really hurt Wrexham and it’s not Cyle LarinSouthampton have one final Championship game on their agenda for September before the longer-than-usual international break begins. After Saturday's showdown w

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Wrexham's comedic nod to Spygate will just give Southampton more fuel to winSpygate and Southampton are now just commonplace next to each other. Indeed, ever since May's dark arts came to light, with the Saints admitting to spying on t

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All the Southampton players who have been picked for international duty so farSeveral Southampton players have been selected for international duty as the Championship prepares for an elongated three-week break. After the Saints clash wi

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Why Southampton can now reframe this frustrating result ahead of WrexhamSouthampton heads into their away clash with Wrexham up next in the Championship full of confidence. Leading into this trip to Wales, the Saints have won back-

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Southampton must keep a firm grip on their latest gem as big clubs begin to circleThe loan players away from Southampton at the moment continue to impress. Nicholas Oyekunle has now two Leyton Orient goals next to his name after scoring agai

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Southampton's next Player of the Month candidates after Cyle LarinCyle Larin deservedly picked up the August Player of the Month accolade in the Championship for his red-hot goalscoring form for Southampton. Indeed, he would b

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Southampton eyeing shock January deal nobody saw coming for keen attackerThe summer transfer window has only just concluded but the transfer rumour mill loves throwing out a random bit of gossip, even when the window has banged shut.

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The former Southampton star surprisingly headed for a Championship dugoutTonda Eckert has just one more game in the Southampton dugout before the elongated international break kicks in. Indeed, the international break now goes on fo

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James Ward-Prowse quietly took on a Southampton role not many expectedJames Ward-Prowse's prowess from set-pieces is well known. However, his ability in open play is underrated, and he has been one of Southampton's most creative p

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Cyle Larin’s hot start at Southampton sees him outperform two elite superstarsSouthampton have been blessed with some terrific forward players over the years. Stretching as far back as the 1990's, Matt Le Tissier was a constant source of

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The heartwarming gesture proving Cyle Larin is loved far beyond SouthamptonIf Southampton fans had to name their favourite Saints player at the moment, the large majority of them would likely utter Cyle Larin's name. He has been a jok

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Taylor Harwood-Bellis must regret leaving Southampton even more after this bombshell Taylor Harwood-Bellis would leave Southampton behind during the final days of the frantic summer transfer window. Aston Villa would snap up the Championship co

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Southampton’s brilliance could leave returning Caspar Jander on the benchSouthampto haven't had too much wretched luck with injuries so far this season. Thankfully, the likes of Cyle Larin and Finn Azaz have been injury-free so far

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This latest Spygate development tells you everything you need to know about the EFLThe Spygate saga should come to a close soon, but the implications continue to rumble on.

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Southampton are the best story in the Championship that nobody's talking aboutDue to the Spygate scandal of last season, Southampton were deducted four points. However, the Saints are currently eighth in the Championship, which is the fin

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Five lessons learnt from Southampton’s 4-1 victory over Bristol CitySouthampton beat Michael Skubala’s Bristol City 4-1 at St Mary’s to enter the play-off places for the first time this season.

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The new Southampton signing who is already topping these rankingsWhile Preston North End have finally gotten rid of Paul Heckingbottom, and Burnley are surely contemplating axing Nicky Hayen, Tonda Eckert is very secure in hi

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This social media post has aged poorly and will make every Southampton fan laughCyle Larin and Southampton continue to be a match made in heaven. Larin fired home another two Championship goals for the season during the Saints' emphatic 4-

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Southampton player ratings: Larin and Azaz punish wasteful Bristol CityTwenty-one shots for the visitors, four goals for the hosts, and every Saints player rated.

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Southampton fans are right to sing about spying and here is whyOn the hour on Saturday, the home end sang that "they spy when they want." Cyle Larin made it 2-0 within the minute.

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The three Southampton stars who were unsung heroes against Bristol CitySouthampton's 4-1 win over Bristol City on Saturday was yet another showcase of the Saints' incredible attacking potency. Cyle Larin is now up to a ridiculous

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Cyle Larin could hit Rickie Lambert level numbers for Southampton if he keeps this upSouthampton are becoming widely known for being the entertainers of the Championship this season. West Ham United, of course, have a mammoth 20 goals next to t

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Tonda Eckert's Southampton selection dilemma has been solved after Bristol CitySouthampton have swept aside another challenge this season in the Championship with ease. Heading into Saturday's encounter against Bristol City, the expectati

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This Southampton legend is warning against complacency ahead of Bristol CitySouthampton will know exactly what they need to do today to beat Bristol City. The aim will be to sucker-punch another tough opponent at St. Mary's, like Millw

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Iain Dowie compares this Southampton striker to a Crystal Palace favouriteCyle Larin has five league goals from six games. Iain Dowie has watched enough of them to reach for a Crystal Palace comparison.

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The five Bristol City threats Southampton must silence to pick up another winThe games keep coming thick and fast in the always unpredictable Championship. Southampton will have played four league games in the space of a frantic 12 days

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Southampton fans will love this new signing even more after Le Tissier’s revealSouthampton go into tomorrow's Championship clash with Bristol City overflowing with confidence on their own patch. Tonda Eckert's free-flowing side are three

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The narrative around Finn Azaz is wrong - Southampton’s playmaker thrives in big matchesFinn Azaz has taken plenty of stick for failing to turn up in big games, but that consensus is largely wrong.

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Aaron Ramsdale’s failed transfer moves away from Southampton have been revealedAaron Ramsdale wouldn't have foreseen his career turning out like this when he was Arsenal's reliable number one goalkeeper. During the 2022/23 season, the fiv

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The Southampton misfit who could finally kick into gear against Bristol CityTonda Eckert will have his main Southampton team selection nailed down for the visit of Bristol City on Saturday. You would expect that the German would keep t

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Could Tonda Eckert hit this impressive Southampton milestone vs Bristol City?Tonda Eckert is only two games away now from hitting a big landmark as Southampton manager. The German has been situated in the dug-out for 48 clashes, includi

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The EFL have thrown their hat into the ring over this debate with Southampton award winSouthampton have stood out as a very entertaining team to watch in the Championship this season. Indeed, they have scored a weighty 14 goals from just six enco

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The Bristol City star out to ruin Southampton’s flawless home recordSouthampton face Bristol City on Saturday with the most impressive home record in the entire Championship. Indeed, the Saints have picked up a flawless three w

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Southampton can't put all their eggs in the St. Mary's basket to seal promotionSouthampton love playing in front of their adoring St. Mary's masses. To say that the Saints' beloved home ground is a fortress at this current moment in time

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This season’s James Bree redemption arc is already playing out at Southampton It was a real team effort that got Southampton over the line to a win on Tuesday night against table-topping Swansea City. Indeed, going into the Championship

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Southampton will be glad they got rid of this flop after he made costly error The new signings at Southampton this summer have gone down a treat when looking at the Saints' confident display against Swansea City. Indeed, both Keven Schlo

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Tonda Eckert has his own Steven Davis at Southampton after Swansea victory Southampton, heading into their Championship clash with Swansea City on Tuesday night, hadn't lost to the Swans since 2017. That is quite a remarkable record,

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The Southampton alteration Tonda Eckert will already be considering after SwanseaSouthampton, if they hadn't been docked four points for their involvement in Spygate, would currently be sat top of the Championship pile on goal difference. U

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The Southampton star who was more impressive than Larin and Scienza vs SwanseaSouthampton's incredible unbeaten home record in the Championship is still intact as another early league leader was humbled at St. Mary's on Tuesday night. St

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Eckert still owes Southampton an answer on this Lincoln substitutionLeo Scienza hit both posts with one shot at Lincoln. It was his last act before Tonda Eckert took him off on 63 minutes.

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James Ward-Prowse could now have his new Oriel Romeu at SouthamptonJames Ward-Prowse would make several team of the weeks for his classy midfield showing against Lincoln City. The overall Southampton team performance was under

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Southampton predicted XI v Swansea with one change Eckert may not makeSwansea arrive at St Mary's having conceded a single goal all season. Tonda Eckert has to name a team that can find a way through that.

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Southampton fans would love to cheer on this striker instead of Divin MubamaSouthampton will need to be more switched on against Swansea City tonight to secure a victory. Against Lincoln City, they struggled to get going, with a Weling

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Southampton fall behind Swansea when looking at these specific rankingsSouthampton clash with Swansea City tonight in the pick of the bunch from the mid-week selection of Championship fixtures. The Swans currently sit at the very

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Southampton's hopes of beating Swansea may hinge on one playerSouthampton may need Cyle Larin back to his best if they are to beat Swansea City.

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Southampton must regret giving up this young attacker and it's not Jay RobinsonThe Championship fixtures just keep coming Southampton's way as the Saints host table-topping Swansea City this Tuesday night. It will be a difficult game, as

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Swansea visit Southampton without the striker Saints let leave for nothingRoss Stewart left Southampton in June and cost Swansea nothing. A quad injury now rules him out of his return to St Mary's.

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Southampton will feel confident about beating Swansea when looking at these numbersThe Championship action just keeps coming thick and fast with another set of mid-week clashes on the agenda. Southampton have an immediate chance to bounce bac

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Five lessons for Southampton to take from a disappointing 1-1 draw with LincolnSouthampton had the chance to turn an okay week into a good one, but could only manage a draw against Lincoln City.

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Southampton already have their eye on January when it comes to defensive additionsWorryingly, in league action so far this season, Southampton are yet to keep a clean sheet. Daniel Peretz prided himself on collecting Championship clean sheet

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Southampton must regret not signing this star after he scored two goalsIf Southampton hadn't been handed a four point deduction for their involvement in Spygate, Tonda Eckert's men would currently be positioned in the expanded play

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The awful statistic that could see this former Southampton manager get the sackTonda Eckert has now been sat in the Southampton dug-out permanently for 42 games. While the Saints' performances have been rather hot and cold this season, wi

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Senior Southampton figure offers rallying call after disappointing Lincoln draw Southampton's match with Lincoln City on Saturday lunchtime was 65 years in the making. Indeed, it had been that long since the Saints and the Imps had butted

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Southampton news: late Lincoln leveller, subs queried, Ramsdale fourth choiceTwo points went begging in Lincolnshire, and this morning the questions are about who came off rather than who scored.

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This Southampton striker was worth keeping, and his replacement just keeps proving itDamion Downs joined St Louis City on Wednesday night with an option to buy in the contract. His replacement is proving that the decision was wrong.

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This Southampton loanee scored on debut hours before the Lincoln tripAuxerre lost 3-1 at Lyon on Friday night, but their only goal came from a striker Southampton spent the whole summer trying to move on.

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The anonymous Southampton star who needed to offer more to clinch win at LincolnWelington’s first-half screamer away at Lincoln City should have been the goal that handed Southampton a 1-0 win in the Championship on Saturday lunchtime. Unf

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Tonda Eckert’s unnecessary tinkering has just cost Southampton a win at LincolnSouthampton have now drawn back-to-back games in the Championship 1-1. Indeed, after failing to win on the road at Birmingham City on Tuesday night, the Saints

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Predicted Southampton XI at Lincoln with one big call in midfieldWard-Prowse starts at the ProAmpac Stadium today. Eckert confirmed it last night. The rest of this team more or less picks itself.

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Southampton news: Ward-Prowse starts, Jander setback, Archer scores in FranceSaints go to Lincoln at lunchtime with James Ward-Prowse in from the start, while Caspar Jander's comeback stalls again.

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Tonda Eckert could unleash Southampton’s new Tino Livramento at LincolnSouthampton and Lincoln City don't often share a pitch. Today's lunchtime encounter between the newly promoted Imps, and Tonda Eckert's visitors, is the first