The Saints have now suffered four consecutive defeats in the National Championship, losing to Sunderland, Leicester City, Ipswich Town and most recently Middlesbrough.
The total score of these 4 matches is 12-2 in favor of the opponent.
Martin’s teams have always been known for their exciting attacking talent, but questions have been asked about his defensive tactics.
At the moment, Southampton are losing goals left, right, and center and are also struggling to score at the other end.
Saints’ pain won’t end this weekend according to EFL pundit David Prutton as he predicts things “could get messy” again for the south coast club in the clash this weekend against Leeds.
Saints’ pain won’t end this weekend according to EFL pundit [
“Russell Martin is under real pressure right now.
4 consecutive losses is unacceptable for Southampton in this tournament.
Although it’s still early.
They also don’t seem to learn lessons from defending.
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“Leeds will want to take advantage.
Their front four being fully operational is a welcome relief and if there is an early goal then things could get complicated at St Mary’s.
Away win.
Prutton also predicts the score will be 3-1 for the home team, which is unbeaten in 6 matches in the national championship, with 3 wins and 3 draws.
Despite a difficult start, recent results have left the Lilywhites in sixth place, but Daniel Farke’s side remain eight points off the automatic promotion places, currently held by Leicester and Ipswich.
Writer’s point of view
The pressure has certainly been on Martin from the start of his tenure at Southampton.
Another loss at home tomorrow to promotion rivals could see the board end his term.
On the other hand, a win would be a huge result for Saints and could give the players the confidence they need to turn this poor situation around.