After the embarrassment of the midweek defeat at Notts County in the cup, Saints will be looking to bounce back with a win against high flying Colchester.
The U’s are enjoying their highest ever league position whilst the Saints have struggled to find any kind of form after three straight defeats, a win at home against Stoke did stop the rot but the performance left much to be desired.
Saints will be up against a tough team if they wish to record only their third away win this season.
Vital Quotes:
‘We had three players who didn’t train yesterday. Chris Makin had a whack on his shin, Rudi Skacel came off with a tight hamstring and Grzegorz Rasiak who got a whack in his ribs in the second half against Notts County. We will have to see how they settle down in the next 24 hours.’
George Burley speaking to www.saintsfc.co.uk
Colchester United Team News:
Richard Garcia is suspended. Kevin Watson has a tight calf and is a doubt, Greg Halford is expected to recover after an X Ray revealed his toe wasn’t broken.
Player to watch: Greg Halford
The tall utility player should provide an aerial threat to a rocky Saints defence.
Southampton Team News:
Inigo Idiakez and Claus Lundekvam are both available. Rudi Skacel and Greg Rasiak are doubtful after picking up knocks against Notts County, Chris Makin is ruled out with a shin injury.
Player to watch: Mario Licka
The Czech Player turned in a series of good performances of late, he had two 20 yarders saved at Notts County and scored a wonder goal against Stoke.
Match Facts & Stats
Two sides met in league cup action in 2004/5 and Saints won 3-2
Match Prediction:
1-1 Draw
Next Fixtures:
1/11/06 Saints Vs Wolves
