Relegation-fighting Southampton fires manager Nathan Jones
Southampton has fired manager Nathan Jones after a 2-1 loss to Wolverhampton that left his team in last place in the Premier LeagueFEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
SOUTHAMPTON 1-1-9 · 20TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE · RELEGATION
1-1-9 · 20TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE · RELEGATION
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Kamaldeen Sulemana - Season-high of shots Sulemana generated six shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Wolverhampton.
Impact Sulemana made his first start with the team since his move from Rennes during the transfer window and registered a season-high of shots, however failed to get the ball in the back of the net Saturday. He struggled with playing time with his last club, logging in two assists in four appearances. The forward can see more time on the field in the Premier League in hopes to get his young career going.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jan Bednarek - Embarrassing own goal Bednarek registered an own goal and two tackles (two won) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Wolverhampton.
Impact Bednarek made a terrible mistake by allowing an own goal that cost the game for Southampton on Saturday. He has been given a chance to start to prove his worth, however this performance may have ruined his chance of a starting spot. Despite generating 10 interceptions last match, the Polish international has made too many mistakes that could see him return to the bench next contest.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Carlos Alcaraz - Goal in first start Alcaraz scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Wolverhampton.
Impact Alcaraz made his first appearance in the starting XI after his transfer from Argentina and did it right with his first goal with the team. He was brought on to help fix the teams' offensive woes and hopefully compete for a starting role with Joe Aribo and Mohammed Elyounussi.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gavin Bazunu - No luck in loss Bazunu had no saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolverhampton.
Impact Bazunu would like to forget his last two performances with no saves and five goals conceded. He has failed to secure a clean sheet in 11 matches while allowing 22 goals in that span. The young goalkeeper has really struggled during his first year as a starter, letting in 40 goals on the year, which is the second most in the league. He may have some luck during his next games against Chelsea on Saturday, who have only scored three goals in the last five contests.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cracks appearing in leader Arsenal's EPL title bid
The first cracks might be appearing in Arsenal’s English Premier League title bid, right before the team’s biggest match of the seasonFEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jan Bednarek OG hands Wolves equalizer v. Southampton | Premier League
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Wolverhampton stuns Southampton with 2-1 comeback win
João Gomes scored in the 87th minute to help 10-man Wolverhampton complete a 2-1 comeback victory over last-place Southampton in the English Premier LeagueFEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Carlos Alcaraz gives Southampton edge over Wolves | Premier League
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Stuart Armstrong - Among substitutes on Saturday Armstrong is fit and in the match day squad to face Wolverhampton on Saturday.
Impact Armstrong returns after dealing with a groin injury that has kept him out since Janaury. The midfielder starts from the bench with ten of his 17 appearances having come as a substitute.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Walker-Peters - Not ready for Saturday Walker-Peters is not in the match day squad to face Wolverhampton on Saturday.
Impact Walker-Peters was deemed close to a return but ultimately Saturday's match comes too soon. The fullback will hope to return in time for next week's match against Chelsea.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Juan Larios - Ruled out on Saturday Larios (hamstring) still needs some time to recover before returning to the pitch and is expected to miss out Saturday's match against the Wolves after manager Nathan Jones told re...
Impact Larios has not stepped foot on the pitch since Nov 6 with a hamstring injury and still has a lot of work to do if he wants to be considered an option for the team after struggling with injuries all year. When fit, the defender has featured twice in five contests while also being an unused substitute four times.
FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Stuart Armstrong - Closer to return Armstrong (groin) is getting closer to a return to the squad but is doubtful for Saturday's match versus the Wolves. Manager Nathan Jones told reporters, "The other two [Armstrong...
Impact Armstrong has typically been just a bench player for the team, only logging in seven starts in 17 appearances with one goal in that span. He is still an option to start, however, James Ward-Prowse is the preferred option in the midfield.
FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Walker-Peters - Nearing return to action Walker-Peters (hamstring) is getting closer to a return but is listed as doubtful for Saturday's clash against the Wolves. Manager Nathan Jones told reporters, "The other two [Arms...
Impact Walker-Peters missed the last match with a hamstring problem and the team is doubtful that he will return for Saturday. Southampton doesn't want to rush his return, therefore Romain Perraud may get another shot at left-back if Walker-Peters is not fit enough.
FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Streaking Brentford see off Southampton 3-0 to rise in EPL
Brentford has moved into the English Premier League top six after dispatching Southampton 3-0FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gavin Bazunu - Concedes three to Brentford Bazunu allowed three goals without making a save during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Brentford.
Impact Bazunu allowed two goals in the first half and one in the second as Southampton dropped all three points on Saturday. The keeper has now allowed 38 goals in 21 league starts while his save total remained at 48.
FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
James Ward Prowse - Whips in eight crosses Ward-Prowse crossed eight times (one accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Brentford.
Impact Ward-Prowse was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Southampton were shutout on Saturday. The midfielder's eight crosses were the team-high adding to his season total of 159 the second most in the Premier League.
FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Walker-Peters - Unfit for Brentford clash Walker-Peters is not in the match day squad to face Brentford on Saturday.
Impact Walker-Peters was a late test for Saturday's match but ultimately misses out with a hamstring injury. The fullback will hope to return for next week's match against Wolverhampton with Romain Perraud taking his place in Saturday's squad.
FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Romeo Lavia - Makes three straight starts Lavia has started each of the team's last three contests in which he recorded one shot (off target), one cross (accurate) and nine tackles (four won).
Impact Lavia seems to have recemented himself in the starting XI after recovering from his long-term injury absence. Given his defensive role, the midfielder is unlikely to offer much in the way of production in the offensive third, limiting his fantasy value.
FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Walker-Peters - Will be assessed prior to kickoff Walker-Peters (hamstring) will face a late-fitness test ahead of Saturday's matchup with Brentford.
Impact Walker-Peters started each of the team's prior five contests in which he logged seven crosses (two accurate), nine tackles (four won) and four clearances. If Walker-Peters can't give it a go, Romain Perruad could be in line to start against Brentford.
FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Stuart Armstrong - Nearing return to action Armstrong (groin) could be back soon but won't be ready in time to face Brentford on Saturday. Manager Nathan Jones told reporters, "Obviously, Stuart Armstrong and Juan Larios are...
Impact Armstrong came off the bench in each of his prior three contests, logging a combined 73 minutes in which he generated one shot (off target), one cross (inaccurate) and two chances created. Still, the midfielder should periodically be in contention to start.
FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Moussa Djenepo - Featuring for B team Djenepo (concussion) is in the starting XI for Friday's match with Southampton's B team.
Impact Djenepo is back from his concussion, but he's also playing with the B team alongside a few other senior players, which isn't a great sign. Djenepo already lost playing time prior to some new additions and now he's playing with the B team, which means minutes in the second half of the season will be hard to come by.
FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Juan Larios - Edging closer to return Larios (hamstring) is edging closer to a return to the pitch, manager Nathan Jones revealed to HampshireLive. "The welfare is so important, but Juan is really, really close and tha...
Impact Larios has been out since November, but he's getting there in terms of a recovery and should be in the squad at some point in February. From there, the question is fitness because even prior to injury he didn't see the pitch much, so in addition to impressing the new manager, he'll need to get back complete fitness before he's an option for minutes.
FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
The Big Three Has Officially Created a Lost Generation Also in this week’s mailbag: Have we already forgotten about Carlos Alcaraz?
FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Paul Onuachu - Heads to England Onuachu has signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with Southampton from Genk.
Impact Onuachu is one of two forward signings Southampton made on deadline day, though he's a bit older at 28 years old. He makes the move from Genk where he had 17 goals in 22 appearances this season. It's unclear how he'll fit in at Southampton, but there's a chance he finds immediate minutes if all goes well in training.
FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
