Southampton FC vs. Leicester City - September 15, 2023

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K. Sulemana

90' + 7'

90' + 2'

Y. Akgun

84'

Y. AkgunK. Dewsbury-Hall

84'

K. IheanachoJ. Vardy

84'

H. ChoudhuryH. Winks

J. AriboC. Adams

78'

77'

S. Mavididi

R. Manning

73'

A. Fatawu

70'

A. FatawuK. McAteer

S. ArmstrongR. Fraser

68'

67'

S. Mavididi

58'

C. CasadeiW. Ndidi

51'

H. Winks

C. AlcarazF. Downes

50'

K. SulemanaS. Edozie

46'

45' + 3'

W. Ndidi

39'

K. Dewsbury-Hall

W. Smallbone

32'

S. Edozie

25'

18'

K. McAteer

J. Vardy

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Southampton FC

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Leicester City

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Three first St Mary's strikes ☝️🏠

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Leicester City

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Sammy Braybrooke on his first Foxes goal and our 2-2 draw in #LEISTE yesterday 🗣️

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One year on: How sacking Will Still ended up saving SouthamptonThere have been several managerial sackings in the Championship so far this season. Unsurprisingly, Nicky Hayen was ditched by Burnley after an awful start to

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Southampton's big regret? Ex-Saints hitman off the mark for promotion rivalsSouthampton will be looking to make it four wins from their last five games in the Championship when travelling to West Bromwich Albion to kickstart November.

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The incredible stat that aligns Southampton with a previous promotion-winning teamSouthampton fans have had a lot of memorable promotion-winning teams to treasure over the years. Russell Martin's group would win promotion via the most dramati

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The ultimate team effort: Southampton keep winning even when key names go missingTonda Eckert didn't reveal too much heading into Southampton's clash with Queens Park Rangers on Saturday when it came to the availability of Cyle Larin and Fly

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The Southampton star who delivered a quiet masterclass in QPR victorySouthampton remain just three points off the automatic promotion positions in the Championship standings. Queens Park Rangers were brushed aside with relative

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Southampton player ratings: Manning's two assists drive convincing win over QPRFour goals, several standout displays and a few quiet ones. Every Southampton player who featured against QPR rated.

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Four winners and two losers as Southampton win again at St. Mary's vs QPRThe St. Mary's masses were treated to a great attacking spectacle on Halloween. There were no real tricks that damaged Southampton, minus Richard Kone grabbing

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QPR hope for a triple boost against Southampton as Julien Stephan stays 'quite positive'Julien Stephan says he is "quite positive" on injuries before QPR visit Southampton on Saturday, and Ilias Chair is among the returners.

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Why Southampton should leave Ben Brereton at Sheffield United in JanuaryBen Brereton scored Wrexham's only goal against Wrexham on Friday night, his first of the season after a goalless start at Bramall Lane.

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The QPR ace hoping for another Bolton blank as Southampton return to St. Mary'sSouthampton don't usually have a problem finding the back of the net when playing at St. Mary's this season. In the Championship so far, they've scored 16 goal

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Southampton predicted XI v QPR: Dobbin keeps his place, Larin and Downes waitFlynn Downes had another injection this week and Cyle Larin is chasing fitness. Eckert's QPR side could look like the one that won at West Ham.

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Ryan Manning faces old club QPR as Southampton open contract talksSouthampton have opened talks with Ryan Manning and Cam Bragg, who are both out of contract next summer. QPR visit St Mary's on Saturday.

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Finn Azaz and Kuryu Matsuki have three goals each, so who is Southampton's bigger threat?Finn Azaz and Kuryu Matsuki both have three goals this season. Southampton host QPR on Saturday with both in contention to start.

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QPR hit Swansea for five but have not won away in four. Southampton are next.QPR arrive at St Mary's on Saturday level on points with Southampton and eighth in the Championship, after a 5-0 win over Swansea.

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Southampton v QPR score prediction: Saints to stay unbeaten at St Mary's?QPR hit Swansea for five last Saturday. Southampton have dropped only two points at home all season.

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Lewis Dobbin's first Saints goal gives Eckert a selection problemLewis Dobbin scored his first Southampton goal at West Ham, and Cyle Larin is nearly fit again. Tonda Eckert has a call to make before QPR.

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Why Cyle Larin should not walk straight back into Southampton's XICyle Larin has seven league goals and an injury to shake off. Tonda Eckert says he is "quite positive" he is back for QPR on Saturday.

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Jay Robinson is 'one of the biggest prospects' for Saints, says EckertJay Robinson crossed for Monza's goal against Napoli on Wednesday night. Tonda Eckert says Southampton hold an option on him in January.

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The Prem: Bristol 16-22 Exeter: Leicester dominate Bristol to go topLeicester take maximum points to go top of the Prem before the rest of the weekend fixtures with a 22-16 win away at Bristol.

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Is Eckert's 25-man squad why Southampton are sixth despite the deduction?Eckert deliberately chose a 25-man squad on purpose. Southampton are sixth despite a four-point deduction, and two key players missed the trip to West Ham.

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This Saints academy graduate is out of contract next summer, so talks have begunCam Bragg's contract ends next summer, and Southampton have entered talks. His season has included a red card and some mixed performances.

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Jo Tessem credits Southampton's experienced signings for this promotion pushJo Tessem says an experienced core is why Southampton are winning. Tessem named Larin, Schlotterbeck and Ward-Prowse as the signings behind it.

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Tonda Eckert's contract ends in 2027, so why are Saints in no rush?Johannes Spors says Eckert's new deal is "in discussion". The head coach's current contract ends after this season.

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This Southampton midfielder has stepped in for Flynn Downes and not missed a beatCaspar Jander replaced an injured Flynn Downes at Norwich and he hasn't looked back since

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This South coast derby hero has scored in two of Southampton’s last four gamesJames Bree’s derby winner at St Mary’s was followed by a strike at West Ham. Tonda Eckert trusts him with everything.

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Blunt evaluation of Southampton’s out-on-loan striker comes as no surpriseSouthampton have experienced some unwanted striker problems as of late. Cyle Larin has been in and out of the side due to injury, and has been stuck on seven C

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Adam Lallana’s Saints Under-21s are building something specialSouthampton’s Under-21s won 5-2 at Crystal Palace on Monday. Princewill Ehibhatiomhan scored three of them.

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Southampton must silence QPR's own Cyle Larin to keep St Mary's record goingSouthampton arrive back at St Mary's on Saturday to face Queens Park Rangers full to the brim with confidence. Tonda Eckert's side have just overcome West Ham

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Unbeaten at St Mary’s in the league all season: is automatic promotion on for Southampton?Southampton have not lost a league game at St Mary’s this season. They are sixth despite starting four points down.

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The Southampton star who has been voted the most reliable player in OctoberDaniel Peretz has started Southampton’s last four league games. Three of them ended without a goal against.

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This Manchester City loanee has 145 minutes for Southampton and no startsDivin Mubama replaced Lewis Dobbin in the 89th minute at West Ham. It was his tenth league appearance, and none has been a start.

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Why Southampton will fear the possible return of this QPR maverick at St Mary'sQueens Park Rangers will be very aware of the quality of Southampton's attacking arsenal when travelling to St. Mary's on Saturday. Indeed, last season, when t

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Prem team news: Bristol Bears and Leicester Tigers each make three changesBristol and Leicester both make three changes to their starting XV as they meet in the Prem on Friday.

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Why history favours Southampton to back up West Ham win against QPRSouthampton return to St. Mary's on Halloween as the Championship action just keeps coming thick and fast. They venture back to home soil after a statement win

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The lower-league Cyle Larin who could play against Southampton in the Championship very soonCyle Larin has fallen behind in the Championship golden boot race due to injury. Indeed, Larin was once leading the way as the division's overall top goalscore

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Three Southampton starlets who are ready to answer Tonda Eckert’s first-team callTonda Eckert has revealed that he could be open to including some U21 stars in his upcoming Southampton lineups. In the build-up to Saturday's Championship enc

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Surprise Southampton star ranks near the top for big chances createdSouthampton go into their Championship clash with Queens Park Rangers on Saturday hungry for more wins. Now up to seven victories for the season, after causing

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This Southampton striker has his first Saints goal, so who starts against QPR?Lewis Dobbin's first goal for Southampton turned out to be the winner in a pulsating match at West Ham last Saturday. Despite an excellent pre-season, Dobbin ha

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4 players who have played for both Southampton and QPRRonnie Edwards has started every QPR league game this season. He left Southampton in January, and QPR visit St Mary's on Saturday.

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Eckert tips Southampton star for ten goals this season, and QPR is nextKuryu Matsuki has three league goals so far. His last two came at Norwich City and West Ham, and QPR visit St Mary's on Saturday.

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Saints have beaten five play-off sides in a row, and QPR in eighth is nextQPR arrive at St Mary's on Saturday at 3pm, eighth in the table and level with Southampton on 20 points.

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Coach hopes ligament damage to Saints loanee is only minorJoshua Quarshie finished a 2-2 draw with SV Ried in pain. Sturm Graz coach Fabio Ingolitsch says the ligaments seem stable.

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This Leeds striker could be Saints' January target, if Leeds find coverLukas Nmecha is out of contract at Leeds next summer. Southampton are reportedly watching, but Leeds want a replacement first.

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'We've set our standard now': Jack Stephens on Saints' statement win at West HamSouthampton led West Ham 3-1 at half-time on Saturday. Jack Stephens captained a side that had drawn 0-0 with Bolton a week earlier.

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Southampton must avoid another January like this one in promotion pushCyle Larin missed West Ham, and Southampton's late striker option got eight minutes. January is the time to sort that problem out.

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BBC Radio Leicester - Leicester City: When You're Smiling, A Leicestershire Derby in the FA Youth CupHear from both the City and Anstey Nomads U18s coaches ahead of their FA Youth Cup clash.

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The one statistic that suggests Southampton will miss out on automatic promotionSaints sit three points behind Swansea for second, and one obvious problem in their results shows why that gap could become difficult to bridge.

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This Southampton star has a perfect chance to keep the goals flowing against QPR Southampton showed to their over the moon supporters that football is a team game with their statement 3-2 win at West Ham United. Indeed, even with Cyle Larin

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Could this potential Southampton signing be Tonda Eckert's next Caspar Jander?Southampton will head into the January transfer window with a few additions in mind. Another striker will be high up the priority list, you imagine, with Cyle

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Fears grow over Southampton defender after injury scare away on loanSeveral Southampton players who were chucked out on loan during the summer transfer window are now shining with their new loan employers. Cameron Archer is up

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The neglected Southampton flop whose exit is surely destined after West HamSouthampton's 3-2 win at West Ham United saw the entire Saints team give their all. In the build-up to the game at the London Stadium, there would have been a

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Could Nuno Espirito Santo be handed the West Ham sack after dramatic Southampton win?There have been two managerial departures in the EFL this Sunday. Nicky Hayen was finally put out of his Burnley misery, after the downtrodden Clarets lost 4-1

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Lewis Dobbin goal justifies Southampton start as West Ham's own striker woes exposedLewis Dobbin is finally up and running in a Southampton shirt. The £9m summer buy would have been irritating a lot his new fanbase with his wastefulness in fro

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The classy Southampton star who enjoyed West Ham win even more than Lewis DobbinSouthampton wanted to send out a statement to the Championship when they travelled to West Ham United on Saturday afternoon. Indeed, Finn Azaz spoke about the

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Tonda Eckert’s most trusted Southampton star has just delivered West Ham masterclassSouthampton have gone from being winless away from home all season in the Championship to securing back-to-back victories on the road. The 1-0 away win at Norw

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Five winners and one loser from Southampton's statement 3-2 win at West HamHeading into the match on Saturday, goals would have been expected. Indeed, West Ham United are the overall top goalscorers in the Championship, and they bagge

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If Southampton are serious about automatic promotion, they need a result at West HamWest Ham United will be aiming to win the Championship title come the end of the gruelling 46-game season. Nuno Espirito Santo has a ridiculous pool of players

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West Ham could be prepared to drop their own Leo Scienza for Southampton clashSouthampton still have a lot of top-quality attackers to fall back on for their trip to West Ham United, even if Cyle Larin isn't chucked into the starting XI f

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Southampton would love to match Bournemouth's insane rise if promotion is wonDuring the early 2010's, the landscape of football on the English South Coast looked very different to what it does today. AFC Bournemouth were situated in the

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Kieran Maguire reveals Southampton’s £81m losses but rival club has lost £268mSouthampton lost out on a lot of money when Spygate stopped them in their tracks last season. Indeed, winning promotion up to the Premier League - via the lott

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Tonda Eckert has Southampton's Flynn Downes fix staring him straight in the faceFlynn Downes is in the early conversation for being one of Southampton's most consistent performers this season. The energetic 27-year-old very rarely has an o

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The major Southampton lineup dilemma Tonda Eckert will debate until kick-off vs West HamTonda Eckert was up bright and early this morning to discuss Southampton's trip to West Ham United on Saturday afternoon. Indeed, the German was taking questio

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Southampton may regret letting this 19-year-old depart after super start to life abroadThe Saints need goals if they are to reach their ultimate goal - promotion to the Premier League this season.

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BBC Radio Leicester - Leicester City: When You're Smiling, Leicester's Transfer Restrictions ExplainedHear from Will Alves & Sammy Braybrooke as Owynn & Matt talk transfer restrictions.

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Finn Azaz is poised to be Southampton's match winner against West HamSouthampton's trip to West Ham United on Saturday promises to be a tantalising watch for the neutral. Already this season, the Hammers have scored a jaw-dropp

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Keven Schlotterbeck will be aiming to be Southampton's new Jan Bednarek at West HamTonda Eckert will have some selection concerns ahead of Southampton's trip to West Ham United. Flynn Downes could be unavailable for the Championship contest a

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Southampton fans will not like the appointment of this referee for West Ham awaySouthampton vs West Ham could well be a hot-headed clash in the Championship on Saturday afternoon. Of all the games being played in the second tier this weeke

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Leicester City: Is Russell Martin turning things around at Leicester?Leicester are 10th in League One, 10 years after winning the Premier League. After hitting their lowest ebb, are there now grounds for optimism?

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Can in-form Jack Stephens keep out top-scoring West Ham in toughest Southampton test yet?West Ham United will be aiming to leapfrog Swansea City to the top of the Championship table when they play Southampton on Saturday. Nuno Espirito Santo's side

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Payback time: Southampton star out to settle score when travelling to West HamWhen Southampton play West Ham United, it's usually reserved for the bright lights of the Premier League. Indeed, the last time the two teams met in the Champi

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The exciting Southampton youngster Tonda Eckert must now consider for the first teamSouthampton U21s had a box-office clash at St. Mary's on Tuesday night with the main team not in mid-week action in the Championship. Indeed, Adam Lallana's ra

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FA Cup first round draw: 2021 winners Leicester City to visit Oxford CityLeicester City will travel to National League North side Oxford City in the 2026-27 FA Cup first round - five years after winning the competition.

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Why keeping Cameron Archer might have been Southampton’s best option after allSouthampton have depended on Cyle Larin for a lot of their attacking firepower this season. Indeed, Larin has bagged seven of the Saints' overall 21 goals in t

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Southampton fans won’t accept that this EFL rival have the better CB duoSouthampton haven't been spectacular so far this month in front of goal. The Saints have only scored two times in October, which is unlike them, as they were s

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Tonda Eckert has another Lewis Dobbin style conundrum to solve at SouthamptonLewis Dobbin would have hoped he could kick on after impressing against Norwich City. Indeed, while the £9m recruit didn't score at Carrow Road, his breathless

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Why Tonda Eckert’s contract extension matters more than any January recruit at SouthamptonTonda Eckert is very secure in his Southampton job right now. Indeed, while other clubs up and down the EFL will be contemplating pulling the plug, with Burnle

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Southampton could look to the free agent market to pick up another Cyle Larin gemSouthampton will surely be considering dipping their toes into the free agent market for a new striker purchase. Cyle Larin would gingerly come off during the

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Bolton have become only the second team in 2026 to do this to SouthamptonSouthampton vs Bolton Wanderers hasn't been a regular league fixture over recent years. Before Saturday's showdown in the Championship, the last time the two t

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Bolton stalemate adds another chapter to this unusual Southampton recordSouthampton very rarely draw 0-0 under Tonda Eckert. Saturday's stalemate versus Bolton Wanderers was only the third 0-0 draw Eckert has had to stomach in the

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Southampton handed reality check vs Bolton as Daniel Peretz laments dropped pointsEverything pre-match pointed in the direction of Southampton clinching another comprehensive home win in the Championship this season against Bolton Wanderers.

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Three winners and two losers from Southampton's frustrating stalemate with BoltonSouthampton had to settle for a frustrating 0-0 stalemate when facing Bolton Wanderers in Championship action on Saturday. Heading into the game, the hope from

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‘The best team in the league’: Bolton boss Schumacher on SouthamptonSteven Schumacher has a plan to defend and counter at St Mary’s today. He also rates Southampton as the best team he has seen in the Championship.

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Bolton’s Sam Dalby could return at St Mary’s just as Southampton sweat on DownesBolton visit St Mary’s on Saturday at 3pm. Flynn Downes is racing an ankle injury, while striker Sam Dalby is tipped to return.

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Tom Fellows is the quiet loser in Southampton’s Norwich winEckert made four changes at Carrow Road and none of them involved Tom Fellows. Kuryu Matsuki and Samuel Edozie started; Matsuki scored the only goal, and Fellow

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A familiar face returns to St. Mary's and he will want to ruin Southampton's home streakSouthampton have started October in exceptional form in the Championship. Two wins have been secured and zero goals have been given up, with the Saints now ins

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To win on Saturday, Southampton must lock down these five Bolton threatsSouthampton will be looking to make it an incredible six wins from six on their own patch in the Championship this season when Bolton Wanderers come to town on

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Five things learnt as Southampton win away for the first time this season at Norwich CityThe Saints secured their first away three points of the season in a hard-fought win over Norwich City.

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Lewis Dobbin isn’t the only Southampton player enjoying a remarkable revival Tonda Eckert did hint, in his pre-match press conference before the trip to Norwich City, that some changes to his starting Southampton XI would be on the hori

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Tonda Eckert vindicated: Why Southampton boss was right to fire back after away winTonda Eckert's dream couple of weeks in the Southampton dug-out continued at Carrow Road on Wednesday night. Indeed, he has remained in the dug-out, despite so

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Norwich victory highlights the hidden area where Southampton rule the ChampionshipSouthampton are now sat inside the expanded playoff format in the Championship after battling hard to a 1-0 away win at Norwich City last night. Kuryu Matsuki

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The forgotten Southampton star whose exit just became inevitable after NorwichSouthampton have finally won an away game this season in the Championship. Much like the 1-0 win over Portsmouth in the hotly contested South Coast Derby, Tond

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Three winners and two losers from Southampton's first Championship away win vs NorwichOn a wild night in the Championship that saw Lincoln City receive two red cards at home to West Ham United, and Portsmouth score a late winner against Sheffield

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The new club-record stat that sums up Southampton’s togetherness under Tonda EckertTonda Eckert has transformed Southampton into a goalscoring machine in the Championship.

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Norwich's long injury list gifts Southampton golden chance at Carrow RoadSouthampton head into their away encounter with Norwich City later on today in the Championship still winless on their travels this season. Indeed, the last ti

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Top of all four divisions: The surprise EFL ace outshining Southampton's Finn AzazFinn Azaz delivered another sublime Southampton display against Portsmouth on Sunday lunchtime. His defence-splitting pass was inch perfect for James Bree, and

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Billy Sharp's Southampton stay was a brief but brilliant part of his EFL journeyIn the pre-match build-up to Southampton vs Portsmouth on Sunday lunchtime on Sky Sports, a true EFL legend would announce that he was hanging up his boots. Bi

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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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Leicester City: How silences were ended and boos were heard on another tough day for the FoxesSilences were ended and boos were heard on another tough day for Leicester City as they were beaten by Robbie Savage's Peterborough United.

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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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BBC Radio Leicester - Leicester City: When You're Smiling, Leicester Return To EFL Trophy ActionMatt Piper joins Owynn to look through the international break and the trip to Stevenage.

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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