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Assists off bench on Saturday Sugawara made an assist after coming off the bench during Saturday's 1-0 win over Everton.

Impact Sugawara was brought in the 79th minute to replace Jack Stephens and ended up being key for his team to win all three points as he assisted Adam Armstrong's winner in the 85th with a pinpoint pass from the flank. After starting in the first eight league matches of the year, the full-back was an unused substitute on the previous outing so he'll hope this assists helps him to earn his playing time back.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in Carabao Cup Sugawara started and played 90 minutes in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Stoke City.

Impact Sugawara returned from injury this weekend but didn't see any time, going unused off the bench. However, he changed that Tuesday, earning a spot in the starting XI for their cup tie. He had started in every match he had been available for before Saturday and should return to the starting role now that he is fully fit.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Sugawara (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Sugawara was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but is fit enough to take up a spot on the bench. The fullback is replaced in Saturday's XI by Ryan Manning.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face City Sugawara is doubtful for Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Russel Martin. "Yuki had to come off, so we're having to manage him a little bit this week....

Impact Sugawara is in doubt after hobbling off the field last match, with his availability coming down to game time. He will likely train these next two days before facing a fitness test ahead of the match to decide if he can play. He has started in every match this campaign, so they will hope he is an option. However, if left out, expect James Bree or Charlie Taylor to replace him in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Continues in starting role Sugawara registered two crosses, two clearances and three tackles in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Sugawara continued in the starting role Saturday, marking his seventh straight start to begin the season. He has now notched one goal on five shots, eight crosses and 29 crosses in the attack to go along with four interceptions, 14 tackles and 17 clearances in the defense. He has served as a solid two-way player and should continue in a starting role, giving the defender some value if he can add a goal contribution every couple of games.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal with Saints Sugawara scored a goal off three shots (two on target), created two chances, sent in seven crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles, three clearances, two interceptions and one...

Impact Sugawara had by far his best performance of this beginning of campaign, providing numbers on both ends, and the reward for his efforts came late in the game as he scored a consolation goal for the Saints with a beautiful one-timed finish deep into second half's stoppage time. This was the first EPL goal for the full-back, who looks to have his spot in the lineup locked up at this moment.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Yukinari Sugawara pulls one back for Southampton v. Brentford | Premier League

AUGUST 31 • YOUTUBE

Joining Southampton Sigawara has agreed on a four year deal with Southampton from Dutch side AZ Alkmaar.

Impact Sugawara will play in the Premier League for the first time in his career after spending the last years with AZ Alkmaar. Last season in the Eredivisie, the defender made all 30 starts, scoring four times with seven assists, having been one of the top players on the team. His signing will bring help to the back line for the Saints, who makes their return to the PL for the 2024/25 campaign.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE