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Will be option Saturday McCarthy (hamstring) has been training this week and is available for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact McCarthy has a full week of training in him and has shot to unseat Fraser Foster in net after he gave up six goals to Chelsea. McCarthy hasn't played since Dec. 4 because of this injury, but there's a real chance he's back in the starting XI in his first match back, assuming he's ready to go.

APRIL 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training McCarthy (hamstring) was pictured training on the pitch Wednesday, similar to an update from last week.

Impact It's unknown where McCarthy is at in his recovery, as he suffered a recurrence when he tried to return too soon a couple months ago. He hasn't played since December because of this injury and there's no guarantee Fraser Forster will give up his spot in net once McCarthy is available to start.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training pitch McCarthy (hamstring) rejoined first-team training ahead of Saturday's matchup with Leeds United. Manager Ralph Hasenhuttl told reporters, "Alex McCarthy is back in training, light...

Impact While it doesn't seem like McCarthy is quite ready to get back onto the pitch, he is at least trending in the right direction. Sidelined since early December, the keeper should be a near-lock for the starting XI once given the all-clear to don the gloves. Prior to his absence, McCarthy recorded five clean sheets in 15 outings along with 39 saves.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out after injury setback McCarthy will miss more time after suffering a setback with his hamstring injury, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact McCarthy was training before the break, but it looks like he came back a little too soon. It's unfortunate for him, having not played since Dec. 4, but Southampton have been fine with Fraser Forster in net, which will be the case for possibly all of February.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training in full, still out McCarthy (hamstring) is training in full but isn't an option Saturday against Manchester City, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact The team likely wants McCarthy completely recovered before using him again, especially since Fraser Forster has been capable in recent matches. If all goes well, McCarthy will return over the break and take over for Forster once play returns in February.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Bologna playing in Serie A despite barely training

Mid-table Bologna has had virtually no training ahead of a Serie A game at relegation-threatened Cagliari after being placed in quarantine by local health authorities

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out 3-4 weeks McCarthy will be out three-to-four weeks after injuring his hamstring over the weekend, confirmed manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact McCarthy played through his injury, but it fortunately doesn't seem to have made it worse. Still, it's possible he'll miss the entire festive period with Wilfredo Caballero recently signing and set to start a few of those matches until Fraser Forster can return.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could be out extended period McCarthy played through a hamstring injury Saturday and is out "maybe for a long time," according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact Hasenhuttl blasted McCarthy after the loss for staying in the game despite injuring his hamstring and that ultimately cost Southampton a full three points. With Fraser Forster also injured, there's a chance Southampton sign another goalkeeper to fill in over the next few weeks.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alex McCarthy: Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl criticises goalkeeper over lack of professionalism Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl insists he would have replaced Alex McCarthy with youngster Harry Lewis during draw with Brighton had he k...

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • SKY.COM

Maupay rescues 1-1 draw for Brighton at Southampton in EPL

Neal Maupay’s goal in the eighth minute of injury time rescued a 1-1 draw for Brighton at Southampton in the English Premier League

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Concedes goal against Brighton McCarthy made three saves but conceded a goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact McCarthy will be disappointed to have been beaten by a Neal Maupay strike that equalized Saturday's game in the 98th minute. He will try to bounce back next weekend against Arsenal, which have scored 17 goals in 14 matches this season.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Maddison recovers Leicester's 2-2 draw at Southampton in EPL

James Maddison scored for the third successive game as Leicester twice came from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw at Southampton in the Premier League

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Four saves for draw McCarthy made four saves during Wednesday's two-all draw with Leicester City

Impact McCarthy was excellent Wednesday, keeping his side in the game with multiple big saves. The keeper has been a mediocre fantasy option though, and rarely faces enough shots to really wrack up the saves. He will have a favorable clash Saturday, against Brighton.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes four goals during loss McCarthy conceded four goals and made two saves during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Liverpool.

Impact McCarthy was beaten three times in the first half and then midway through the second half. The Southampton backline and McCarthy had been playing well as of late with three clean sheets in their past five matches prior to Saturday's result. You could chalk this outing up to a tough opponent as Liverpool lead the league in goals. Southampton will host Leicester City on Wednesday in their next match.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals versus Norwich McCarthy made two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Norwich.

Impact McCarthy had a poor outing as he conceded two goals, which cost his side to lose the game. The keeper has now registered two clean sheets in his last three appearances, along with producing eight saves and allowed two goals in the same time span. He will try to bounce back Saturday versus Liverpool.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hanley's goal gives Dean Smith winning start at Norwich

Norwich manager Dean Smith has made a winning start after Grant Hanley’s 79th-minute header earned the Canaries a 2-1 victory at home to Southampton in the Premier League

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Three save clean sheet McCarthy made three saves and two clearances during Friday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact McCarthy faced plenty of pressure from a dangerous Aston Villa attack, and did well to keep the clean sheet. It's his fifth of the season approaching his total from 30 starts in the 20/21 season. If McCarthy can keep this form going he will be a top option after the international break.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in clean sheet McCarthy kept a clean sheet while making three saves during Saturday's 1-0 win over Watford.

Impact McCarthy helped Southampton claim all three points by shutting out Watford on Saturday. The clean sheet was the fourth in ten league starts for the keeper while his three saves upped his season total to 25.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two goals against Burnley McCarthey made three saves but conceded two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Burnley.

Impact McCarthy was beaten by a Maxwel Cornet brace on Saturday as his side couldn't find a winner against Burnley. He will be looking for his fourth clean sheet of the season next weekend against Watford, which have scored 12 goals in nine Premier League matches.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cornet scores 2 for Burnley in draw at Southampton

Maxwel Cornet has scored twice for Burnley to salvage a point in a 2-2 draw at Southampton in the Premier League

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Keeps clean sheet against Leeds McCarthy kept a clean sheet with no saves made during Saturday's 1-0 win over Leeds.

Impact McCarthy barely felt the breeze as the visitors managed just three shots total and put none on target. He should also get another favorable matchup in the coming visit of Burnley, which are tied for the fourth-fewest shots on target in the Premier League.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three to Chelsea McCarthy conceded three goals while making six saves during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Chelsea.

Impact McCarthy allowed a goal in the first half and two in the second after Southampton went down to ten men as the Saints fell to Chelsea on Saturday. The keeper has now allowed ten goals in seven league starts while his six saves upped his season to 19.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jimenez scores 1st post-injury goal, Wolves beat Southampton

Raul Jimenez conjured a moment of magic to claim his first goal since suffering a career-threatening fractured skull and earn Wolverhampton a 1-0 Premier League victory at winless...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Beaten once in loss McCarthy allowed a goal while making two saves during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Wolverhampton.

Impact McCarthy conceded the lone goal of the match in the second half as Southampton dropped all three points on Sunday. The keeper has now allowed seven goals in six league starts while his two saves upped his season total to 13.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Maintains clean sheet again McCarthy maintained the clean sheet during a 0-0 draw Saturday against Manchester City.

Impact McCarthy recorded consecutive clean sheets against teams that finished better than seventh place during the 2020-21 Premier League. The goalkeeper will try to maintain another one when Southampton hosts a less successful Wolverhampton team on Sept. 26.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE