After a thrilling encounter with Birmingham City on Wednesday night Saints take on Hull City who were humiliated 5-1 by Colchester United in mid week.
Saints, who drew the Hull City home game, will be looking to close the points gap on the leaders and achieve Drew Surman’s goal of being inside the top two by Christmas.
Saints will have to be wary of a backlash from the beleagured Tigers who will be looking to put things right this afternoon.
Vital Quotes:
‘The ankle feels good and I have done a lot of fitness work and I have played two full games without any problem so I feel ready.’
David Prutton speaking to the OS on his return to fitness.
Hull City Team News:
Ian Ashbee should return as Parkinson makes one change from the side that lost 5-1 at Colchester.
Player to watch: Jon Parkin
The striker’s robust approach should provide the Saints’ defence with plenty to think about.
Southampton Team News:
David Prutton will be back in the squad but the team should remain the same as the win against Birmingham.
Player to watch: Kenwyne Jones
After 2 goals in mid week the striker will eb hungry for more.
Match Facts & Stats
Last Season:
Saints 1-1 Hull
Hull 1-1 Saints
Match Prediction:
3-1 Saints
Next Fixtures:
09.12.06 Southend Vs Saints
