Saints will be looking to get the win to push them back up to second while Oldham who have only lost once at home this season will be looking to close the gap between the two clubs as they fight to get into a play-off place.
Vital Quotes:
Oldham Team News:
Oldham boss Paul Dickov could name an unchanged side after the good home win against Swindon.Paul is hoping to extend the loan of Aidy White from Leeds but the defender could still be out even if signing as he has an ankle injury. Man Utd loaniekeeper Ben Amos played well against Swindon and is a name to follow.
Player to watch: W Feeney
Oldham could be fired by Feeney if he has his shooting boots on.
Southampton Team News:
Saints will be expected to make some changes to the side that beat Premiership side Blackpool at home. Davis and Chaplow will be expected to return as will Fonte the star defender.
Player to watch: Jose Fonte
Jose is a class act and has been in brilliant form of late and has chipped in with a couple of goals. He will be expecting to have to battle along with the rest of the team to gain the upper hand.
Match Facts & Stats
Oldham have a good record at home to Saints with 12 wins, 6 draws and only three defeats to date. Last season saints managed a 3-1 victory and will be hoping to add another victory to the stats.
Ref Watch:
Mr Geoff Eltringham officiates.
Mr D England & Mr G Hilton assist
4th official is Mr P Banks
Match Prediction:
In a must win game I go 1-3 Saints win.
Next Fixtures:
Sat 15th January
lymouth v Oldham
aints v Notts County
