Strong winds and heavy rain are battering the UK today as Storm Darragh hits.

Southampton FC are set to travel north to Villa Park to take on Aston Villa, who are eight in the Premier League – 17 points clear of Saints.

But as the storm rages on, will Russell Martin’s team take on Villa?

Aston Villa earlier urged all supporters to allow extra time when travelling to the Birmingham Stadium.

Posting on X, the club said: “We want to advise all supporters to allow extra time for travel to today's game due to poor weather conditions across the country.

“Please take extra care and stay safe. We look forward to seeing you at the game.”

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The club later confirmed the match will be going ahead at 3pm.

It comes after Saints were beaten 5-1 by Chelsea in front of their supporters at St Mary's.

The team will be without their captain Jack Stephens who is set to be suspended for four matches after his second red card of the season.