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Takumi Minamino caught headlines for his role in Japan’s staggering 14-0 dismantling of Mongolia. The Japan national team recorded their second-biggest win in their history after the demolition of the Mongolians, cementing their impeccable World Cup qualifying run in the process. Minamino joined temmates Yuya Osako, Daichi Kamada and Hidemasa Morita in all scoring in […]
Former Chelsea, Spurs, Monaco and Swindon midfielder Glen Hoddle has offered a tentative theory regarding Southampton star James Ward-Prowse. The Saints academy product has gone from strength to strength for Southampton and is entrenched as a regular in Ralph Hasenhuttl’s plans on the south coast. His fine form has seen him manage to add 7 […]
Ralph Hasenhuttl could be set to offer Alexandre Jankewitz a fresh opportunity to turn over a new leaf in his Southampton career following Oriol Romeu’s injury against Leeds. The Swiss youngster became something of a sinner for the Saints after a reckless challenge in just the second minute saw the youngster dismissed on his Premier […]
Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett had Nathan Tella firmly in his sights on Twitter as he singled out the Southampton prodigy for criticism. Hackett admonished the youngster over an alleged dive in Leeds’ penalty area in the Saints’ most recent defeat in a torrid run of form, this time 3-0 at Elland Road. Tella […]
Having endured a torrid mid-season slump over previous weeks, the misery continues to be piled on for Ralph Hasenhuttl after news emerged of a promising Southampton loanee suffering a ligament injury. Callum Slattery is set to be sidelined with ankle ligament damage for a number of weeks, but the injury does not appear to be […]
Southampton and Ralph Hasenhuttl could face a major squad conundrum in the summer and will surely be pondering a scenario in which they are somewhat forced into selling Danny Ings. According to talkSPORT, the 28-year-old’s representatives have been deadlocked in negotiations with the club for some time over a new contract, with disagreements over the […]
Former Southampton manager Glenn Hoddle has backed Danny Ings to resume a prolonged scoring run after his goal in the Saints 2-0 FA Cup victory over Wolves on Thursday. The 28-year-old has enjoyed a fine season thus far for Ralph Hasenhuttl’s side, scoring eight goals and notching three assists this season in just 20 appearances, although […]
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl singled out Saints debutant and summer signing Mohammed Salisu for praise after he helped to keep a clean sheet in Thursday’s 2-0 FA Cup win against Wolves. The Ghanaian has suffered with prolonged injury since joining for £10.9m from Spanish outfit Real Valladolid in the summer. Having recently recovered and undergone […]
There was plenty of intrigue from Southampton fans as they finally got to enjoy the long-awaited debut of Mohammed Salisu in Thursday’s FA Cup win over Wolves. The 21-year-old Ghana international joined the club from La Liga side Real Valladolid over the summer but arrived injured at Staplewood. Having since recovered, the centre-back underwent an […]
Southampton fans were met with the news that a south coast clash is on the horizon for the Saints after they drew Championship side Bournemouth away in the FA Cup quarterfinals. The Cherries, who were playing Southampton in the Premier League just last season, find themselves keen to prove they have the quality to bounce […]
There has been a twist to the tale in the Southampton takeover saga which looks set to run for another while yet. According to The Athletic, proposed American buyer Joseph DaGrosa’s period of exclusivity has ended, meaning he no longer has a monopoly over talks with current owner Gao Jisheng. There are reportedly other interested […]
West Brom’s proposed move for free agent Ahmed Musa is off, according to the Birmingham Mail – opening the door for Southampton to complete a deal for the Nigerian international. The 28-year-old has been without a club since leaving Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr in the summer. Musa is reportedly determined to prove his doubters […]
