Southampton interim boss Simon Rusk insisted a 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa was "quite harsh" after he was left encouraged despite some "naivety".
A second-half penalty save by Aaron Ramsdale - the first of two - preserved hope of a clean sheet and a point, but Saints were still beaten 3-0 by Aston Villa.
Southampton welcome Aston Villa to St Mary’s looking to restore some pride in front of a home crowd still reeling from a dreadful league campaign.
Southampton interim boss Simon Rusk insisted Ross Stewart's body and mind have reacted well to his first Saints appearance since October 2024.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery insists facing Southampton is his side's "most important match" despite hosting PSG in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Southampton interim boss Simon Rusk refused to be drawn into talk of transfer rumours, including new reports of interest in Aaron Ramsdale.
Hampshire Hawks have pulled off a major coup with the signing of Australian legend Ellyse Perry for this summer’s T20 Blast campaign.
Coach Calum McFarlane is not afraid to say he wants to win silverware as Southampton under-21s continue to fight on two fronts this season.
Norwich City's assistant head of recruitment, Mariela Nisotaki, has joined Southampton FC's academy as their new head of talent acquisition.
Lens manager Will Still is reportedly 'emerging as an option' for Southampton in their hunt for a new boss ahead of the Championship next season.
