The priority for Russell Martin is unquestionably promotion from the Championship this season, but with the club on a record-breaking unbeaten run Southampton will not want to halt their momentum with a cup defeat.
Despite some impressive displays this season, Carlos Alcaraz is finding his opportunities limited, having started just one of Southampton’s last seven Championship games.
Southampton have had a perfect festive period so far, winning four in a row to see out 2023, but face a difficult test as they travel to Norwich City on New Years Day.
Southampton extended their unbeaten run to 17 games as they beat Plymouth Argyle 2-1 to close the gap on the Championship automatic promotion places.
Russell Martin faces former club Swansea City for the first time as Southampton welcome the south Wales side to St Mary’s for a Boxing Day clash.
After a rare week without a midweek fixture, Southampton travel to QPR on Saturday as the Saints look to extend their unbeaten run to a remarkable 15 games.
Southampton extended their unbeaten run to 12 games on Saturday, but left Vicarage Road disappointed as Watford’s last gasp leveller meant it was one point rather than three.
Southampton return to action on Wednesday night looking to put the draw away at Huddersfield Town behind them as they welcome Bristol City to St Mary’s.
Southampton manager Russell Martin has revealed why Carlos Alcaraz did not feature in the draw against Huddersfield Town. Saints drew 1-1 at the John Smith’s…
Southampton goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has said that Saints will have a squad capable of the Premier League in a year or two’s time. Saints have…