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…
Despite Leeds United being promoted from the Championship as league winners, Illan Meslier’s shaky performances have cost them crucial points this season, turning routine saves into heart-stopping moments. One move that would make sense for all parties could see goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale switch to Leeds United this summer. With Meslier’s unreliability a major concern, could…
It’s November 1996. Liberian Ballon d’Or winning striker George Weah is playing for AC Milan. His Senegalese ‘cousin’ Ali Dia has just joined Blyth Spartans. Ali Dia is named in the squad for the Spartans’ 2-1 loss to Boston United, becoming their first-ever black footballer. Just weeks later, he would blag his way to the…
Reading FC is a club with a long history in English football, but thanks to their owner Dai Yongge, they are close to extinction. Find out more here.
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…
There are some players in the footballing world that are simply born to play. Watching these players transcend the game to a new level is what makes fans adore the sport. A player that defined the term ‘natural born talent’ was none other than Adel Taarabt. Skill, speed, strength—you name it. Adel Taarabt possessed it…
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…
