Saints hope Sofiane Boufal can follow in Hazard, Payet and Mahrez footsteps
The ESPN FC crew discuss the latest rumours as the transfer window prepares to close. It is a mark of Sofiane Boufal's potential that since his club record £16 million move to...
View ArticleMourinho and Leicester were transfer window winners; Southampton lost out
ESPN FC's Paul Mariner breaks down some of the top deals made on deadline day thus far. With another transfer window done and dusted, ESPN FC writer Miguel Delaney takes a look at the winners, losers...
View ArticleMan United, Man City and Leicester enjoy transfer window, Liverpool fail
The ESPN FC crew look back on an eventful summer transfer window. The Premier League spent over £1 billion in the summer transfer window, but some clubs were left happier...
View ArticleSouthampton must show patience with Claude Puel after rocky start
Jay Rodriguez reacts to his first league goal in two and a half years as Southampton battled to a 1-1 draw. Claude Puel has made some early changes to the system. Football fans are not renowned for...
View ArticleMourinho and Guardiola in Old Trafford summit meeting for United vs. City
ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop and Alexis Nunes predict the winners and losers of this weekend's Premier league action. ESPN FC's Joao Castelo-Branco chats with Man City midfielder Fernandinho about Saturday's...
View ArticleCazorla's late penalty kick earns Arsenal victory vs. Southampton
Santi Cazorla's stoppage-time penalty gave Arsenal a dramatic victory over a determined Southampton side. LONDON -- Three points from Arsenal's 2-1 win vs. Southampton in the Premier League. 1. Arsenal...
View ArticleShane Long's profligacy punished as Arsenal stun Saints late on
Southampton manager Claude Puel was angry following his side's 2-1 defeat at Arsenal. Southampton were seconds away from leaving the Emirates with an unexpected draw before falling victim to a...
View ArticleArsenal face Hull test as leaders Man City seek win over Bournemouth
ESPN FC's Mark Donaldson and Paul Mariner predict the notable fixtures from week 5 throughout the Premier League. Jurgen Klopp knows his defenders will be in for a tough evening when they face...
View ArticleAustin's goals and Martina form a boost to Saints boss Puel
Southampton claimed their first win under new boss Claude Puel by beating Sparta Prague 3-0. Charlie Austin stole the headlines by firing Southampton to Europa League glory against Sparta Prague on...
View ArticleCharlie Austin strikes again for Saints as Virgil van Dijk shines once more
Southampton's win over Swansea, courtesy of Charlie Austin's goal, was Claude Puel's first in the Premier League. Claude Puel finally celebrated his first win in the Premier League as Southampton edged...
View ArticleJake Hesketh stars as Southampton cruise to EFL Cup win vs. Palace
Jake Hesketh, centre, was impressive as Southampton beat Palace to advance in the EFL Cup. Southampton racked up their third win in six days with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Premier League rivals...
View ArticleArsenal face Chelsea, champs Leicester's trip to Manchester United
The ESPN FC crew discuss whether Manchester United should drop Wayne Rooney. The ESPN FC crew discuss whether Manchester United should drop Wayne Rooney. The ESPN FC crew discuss whether Manchester...
View ArticleShane Long's profligacy opens door for Charlie Austin to start for Saints
West Ham have leaked 13 goals in 5 Premier league games, will Southampton capitalise on their defensive woes? As the rest of his teammates mobbed starlet Jake Hesketh following his maiden Southampton...
View ArticleSouthampton impress as West Ham suffer more misery at home
Charlie Austin looks to be regaining his old form as Southampton downed a weary West Ham at London Stadium. Charlie Austin looks to be regaining his old form as Southampton downed a weary West Ham at...
View ArticleSuperb Southampton at their best in commanding win at West Ham
Charlie Austin looks to be regaining his old form as Southampton downed a weary West Ham at London Stadium. Claude Puel says a strong second half was crucial for his side in their 3-0 victory over West...
View ArticleTrending: Sam Allardyce leaves England job after 67 days in charge
ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti details what led Sam Allardyce to leave his position as England manager. ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes breaks down the latest from the social media world, with Sam Allardyce's England...
View ArticleUnbeaten Tottenham and Manchester City in Premier League showdown
Sergio Aguero is back in action for Man City and in fine form. Tottenham face Manchester City on Sunday as the remaining two unbeaten sides in the Premier League go head-to-head. Elsewhere, resurgent...
View ArticleVirgil van Dijk a rock for Claude Puel and Southampton
Southampton were held to a 0-0 draw by Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Europa League on Thursday night. It is a mystery how Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk slipped under the radar of the Premier...
View ArticleStubborn Southampton grind out draw away at champions Leicester
Claude Puel gave his reaction to Southampton's 0-0 draw at Leicester. Southampton rounded off a gruelling week by extending their unbeaten run to six matches with a hard-fought 0-0 draw at champions...
View ArticlePogba, Batshuayi with work to do while Mane and Stones among Prem hits
The ESPN FC crew discuss Paul Pogba's start at Manchester United. While many fans of domestic football have little time for the international break, it gives everyone an opportunity to take stock of...
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