EFL Cup is just the beginning for Man Utd but could be Southampton's end
The FC boys praise Zlatan's showing in the EFL Cup and debate whether this is crucial for Man United going forward. Paul Mariner and Sebastian Salazar discuss Man United's capture of the EFL Cup...
View ArticleVan Dijk, Gabbiadini crucial to Southampton bid for European football
ESPN FC's Paul Mariner says Southampton were hard done by in their EFL final defeat to Manchester United. "Put your chequebook away, Jurgen." "Find another centre back, Pep. Southampton are no longer a...
View ArticleArsenal and Liverpool in top-four fight, Chelsea face trip to West Ham
The ESPN FC crew discuss where it has all gone wrong for Liverpool. The ESPN FC crew discuss where it has all gone wrong for Liverpool. The ESPN FC crew discuss where it has all gone wrong for...
View ArticleSouthampton put EFL Cup heartache behind them with thrilling Watford win
A dramatic game at Vicarage Road saw the Saints run out 4-3 winners and in the process leapfrogged Watford in the table. A dramatic game at Vicarage Road saw the Saints run out 4-3 winners and in the...
View ArticleSaints stalwart Ward-Prowse gets first senior England call-up thanks to Puel
After their disappointing loss in the EFL Cup final, Claude Puel is happy the team responded how they did against Watford. James Ward-Prowse owes a debt of gratitude to Southampton manager Claude Puel...
View ArticleCan Man City rebound vs. Liverpool? Wenger under pressure at West Brom
The Exploding Heads break down who would win in a showdown between the cities of Manchester and Liverpool. The ESPN FC crew present their Premier League relegation predictions, but are there any...
View ArticleTottenham edge past Southampton to consolidate second place
No Kane, no problem for Spurs as Christian Eriksen and Dele Alli picked up the slack in the first half over Southampton. No Kane, no problem for Spurs as Christian Eriksen and Dele Alli picked up the...
View ArticleLiverpool continue unbeaten run vs. top half in high-paced draw at Man City
Manchester City and Liverpool ran rampant on each other for 90 minutes as penalty decisions and missed chances meant a 1-1 draw. Manchester City and Liverpool ran rampant on each other for 90 minutes...
View ArticleManolo Gabbiadini injury caps miserable afternoon for Southampton
Claude Puel says Southampton's defeat to Tottenham is difficult to accept. Southampton's two-match winning run came to an end as they went down to a 2-1 defeat against former manager Mauricio...
View ArticleWenger future, Champions League, relegation battle the Prem's key issues
The crew discuss the Premier League's big issues, including Arsene Wenger's future and how Liverpool can cope without Adam Lallana. The crew discuss the Premier League's big issues, including Arsene...
View ArticleSofiane Boufal struggles but Southampton fans must keep the faith
Claude Puel was left frustrated by Southampton's defeat at Tottenham before the international break. When Sofiane Boufal lit up a drab EFL Cup tie against Sunderland with a stunning individual goal,...
View ArticleOriol Romeu, Cedric Soares pick of bunch in Saints draw vs. Bournemouth
Both Southampton and Bournemouth failed to capitalise on their chances as they finished deadlocked in a scoreless draw. Both Southampton and Bournemouth failed to capitalise on their chances as they...
View ArticleSouthampton ace James Ward-Prowse playing the best football of his career
James Ward-Prowse netted in Southampton's win over Swansea on Wednesday. Southampton left it late but eventually came from behind to claim their first home win since January by beating rejuvenated...
View ArticleClassy Clasie strike keeps Southampton's European hopes alive
Claude Puel gave his reaction after Southampton's win at West Brom. Southampton kept alive their slender hopes of landing a European place with a hard-fought 1-0 win at West Bromwich Albion on...
View ArticleChelsea's monster Belotti bid knocked back; Everton join Van Dijk pursuit
With many names rumoured to be leaving Stamford Bridge, which Chelsea players will leave this summer? The football world's gossip mill is in full swing, and Transfer Talk is monitoring the whispers...
View ArticleFraser Forster looks to build on positive display against West Brom
Man City boss Pep Guardiola hailed Southampton's ability all across the park ahead of their clash this weekend. It has been a difficult season to be an England goalkeeper. Joe Hart had to flee to Italy...
View ArticleKompany makes his mark as Man City (eventually) win comfortably at Saints
Vincent Kompany scored his first Premier League goal since 2015 in a comfortable winning effort for Man City. SOUTHAMPTON, England -- Three quick thoughts from Manchester City's 3-0 Premier League win...
View ArticleClaude Puel's puzzling moves hurt Southampton in 3-0 loss to Man City
Vincent Kompany scored his first Premier League goal since 2015 in a comfortable winning effort for Man City. Claude Puel is disappointed with his team because he knows they're capable of more than...
View ArticleTransfer Rater: Blaise Matuidi to Chelsea and Bruma to Tottenham
The latest transfer rumours from around the world. Things change in the blink of an eye in football. The Football Whispers Index takes the latest transfer rumours and gives them a score out of five;...
View ArticleSaints can impress Van Dijk, Redmond vs. Chelsea and Prem big boys
Speaking after defeat against Manchester City, Claude Puel says Southampton must do better. It is the type of fixture list enough to give most midtable Premier League managers nightmares. A trip to...
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