Midfielders
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Central-Midfield – 7
A performance that went under the radar but Saints would miss him if he was unavailable, that’s for sure.
James Ward-Prowse, Central-Midfield (Right-Back) – 9
Everywhere, and not just because he played right-back for most of the game.
Five successful tackles, three interceptions, three clearances and 56 passes. And yes, he still has Zaha in his pocket.
Stuart Armstrong, Right-Midfield – 8
One stunning goal and could have had more with six shots in total. Really suits this system and will want to improve further from here on.
Nathan Redmond, Left-Midfield – 8
Wonderful goal when controlling, spinning his marker and smashing in a strike from just outside the area.
Assisted Armstrong’s second too, so can he keep contributing consistently for the rest of the campaign?