Southampton were relegated as early as Gameweek 31, setting an unwanted record for the earliest relegation in Premier League history. However, Southampton urgently needs a manager who can turn their struggling team around to have any chance of promotion next season. It seems they have identified their man: current RC Lens manager Will Still. According…
Southampton are set to host fellow relegation-contenders Wolves, one of ten attempts left to beat the daunting Derby record. As the Saints sit on nine points, viable chances of picking up a victory grow increasingly unlikely whilst seeking a second league win under Croatian manager Ivan Jurić. Wolves are not without their misfortunes, however. Having…
Champions League-chasing Chelsea are set to face Championship-bound Southampton, a fixture that could turn ugly for the Saints given their current form. After a recent tough spell at home, most notably the 4-0 loss to Brighton, Ivan Jurić’s Southampton will aim to build on their away victory against Ipswich a few weeks ago. However, a…
Southampton are growing increasingly desperate to break that daunting 11-point record. They have managed to avoid defeat on only five occasions: Two against Ipswich, the other three involved a win over Everton, a draw against Fulham, and a draw against upcoming opponents Brighton. The Seagulls will want to avenge the previous fixture with a win…
The Saints are poised to bolster their attacking line this window. The departures of Maxwel Cornet and Ben Brereton Diaz have freed up finances and personnel for new signings. It appears they have identified their target in Danish international Albert Grønbaek. Rennes head coach, Jorge Sampaoli, confirmed that the 23-year-old handed in a transfer request…
The upcoming transfer window is huge for Southampton. Do they make deals with the great escape in mind, or prepare for the Championship?
Newly-appointed Ivan Urić was relatively accomplished in Italy despite a recent rough tenure with Roma. But what is his tactical prowess? How will he adapt this to suit Southampton and their plethora of players? Russell Martin’s biggest problem was his inability to accumulate points alongside his philosophy in the Premier League, so it is hardly…
