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Alex Murray

Alex Murray

Sports Journalist · 106 articles

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Paulo Sousa reportedly not interviewed for Saints role
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Paulo Sousa reportedly not interviewed for Saints role

Southampton have reportedly not interviewed Paulo Sousa after reports that the Portuguese boss was in lin to replace Mark Hughes at Southampton. Hughes has been under pressure as of late, and the appearance of Sousa at the Fulham defeat led to rumours he was set to take over at St Mary’s. However, Adam Leitch of […]

Danny Ings a doubt for trip to Fulham
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Danny Ings a doubt for trip to Fulham

Danny Ings is a doubt for Saints trip to Fulham this weekend, with the striker yet to return to full training with Southampton. Southampton boss Mark Hughes confirmed the news, saying that the striker will be a doubt for the trip to West London having not yet fully recovered from an injury suffered against Watford. […]

Michael Obafemi commits to Republic of Ireland
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Michael Obafemi commits to Republic of Ireland

Young Saints Star Michael Obafemi has committed to the Republic of Ireland national side, according to Sky Sports. The Saints striker has committed to the Boys in Green, choosing Ireland over England and Nigeria, who he was also available to play for. Obafemi was born in Dublin to Nigerian parents but grew up in London, meaning he […]

Southampton player ratings: Watford (H)
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Southampton player ratings: Watford (H)

Southampton remain without a home win this season after Watford scored a late equaliser to earn a point at St Mary’s. Manolo Gabbiadini had put Southampton in front after twenty minutes, and the Saints looked to be on their way to a rare home win. The Saints thought they could have two, when Charlie Austin […]

Wesley Hoedt a doubt for Watford clash
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Wesley Hoedt a doubt for Watford clash

Saints boss Mark Hughes has revealed that Wesley Hoedt is a doubt for the visit of Watford this weekend. Hughes revealed that the defender is suffering a foot injury, and so could be a doubt for the game against the Hornets on Saturday. Speaking ahead of the clash, the Welshman said: “We’ve got a little […]

Nathan Redmond handed driving ban after speeding
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Nathan Redmond handed driving ban after speeding

Nathan Redmond has been handed a driving ban of 28 days after being caught speeding in his Range Rover, according to the Daily Mail. The Southampton star was caught speeding over 20 miles per hour over the speed limit near St Mary’s, and has now received the ban. This is the star’s second offence in […]

Southampton player ratings: Newcastle (H)
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Southampton player ratings: Newcastle (H)

Southampton played out a dull 0-0 draw with Newcastle United at St Mary’s this afternoon. The Saints failed to net despite having over 22 shots at the Newcastle net, with Mario Lemina coming closest to netting. The result means Southampton are without a win in six, and are yet to register a home win this […]

Shane Long a “doubt” for Wolves clash with toe injury
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Shane Long a “doubt” for Wolves clash with toe injury

Southampton’s Shane Long is a doubt for the Saints trip to Molineux this weekend with a toe injury, according to Southampton boss Mark Hughes. Speaking ahead of the trip to the Black Country, Hughes revealed that the striker has not trained all week, and is a major doubt for the game on Saturday. The striker […]

Southampton player ratings: Liverpool (A)
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Southampton player ratings: Liverpool (A)

Southampton suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield today, with the Saints looking poor throughout the afternoon. An own goal from Wesley Hoedt started a poor afternoon for the Saints, before Joel Matip made it 2-0. The prolific Mohamed Salah made it 3-0 just before half time, with the Saints unable to really respond […]

Saints hoping for no more problems from Ings blister injury
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Saints hoping for no more problems from Ings blister injury

Southampton are hoping for no more complications from the blisters Danny Ings suffered against Everton. The striker suffered the painful injury against the Toffees, and had been having painkillers to stop the pain on his foot. However, in his press conference today, Mark Hughes revealed that Ings is now back in training, and the club hope […]

Alex McCarthy earns England call up
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Alex McCarthy earns England call up

Alex McCarthy has earned a spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad after fighting his way to the number one shirt at Southampton. The Southampton stopper has been called up with other options for Gareth Southgate, such as Nick Pope and Tom Heaton, both out with injuries. McCarthy hasn’t simply earned the spot on this fact […]