# Southampton

This year

2023

Committed

Will Smallbone signs new Southampton deal amid Premier League interest

Republic of Ireland international has put pen to paper on a three-year contract.

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Aug 28th 2023, 10:38 AM

Support

'We don't have a problem with the goalkeeper' - Southampton boss backs Bazunu

Russell Martin was speaking at a fans’ forum event last night.

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Aug 16th 2023, 8:44 AM

Comment

Five years after leaving Ireland, Bazunu must deal with adversity rather than opportunity

New season with Southampton brings with it a different kind of challenge during his time in England.

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Jul 8th 2023, 9:00 AM

belief

'This is my level' - Gavin Bazunu insists he is Premier League quality

Southampton suffered relegation to the Championship and the Ireland goalkeeper came in for criticism before being dropped for the final six games.

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Jul 5th 2023, 6:00 AM

saints

Southampton name Russell Martin as their new manager

Martin guided Swansea to 10th in the Championship last season.

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Jun 21st 2023, 7:03 PM

Adaptation

'There is more to come. I’m still finding my feet in international football'

Will Smallbone has urged people to be patient with Stephen Kenny’s young team.

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Jun 21st 2023, 10:00 AM

Goals Galore

Ireland's Kelleher makes rare appearance as Liverpool finish with 8-goal thriller

Meanwhile, Man United beat Fulham to seal a third-place finish.

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May 28th 2023, 6:26 PM

six pointer

7-goal thriller sees Forest edge closer to survival, Southampton on the brink

The Saints looked almost certain to be relegated after tonight’s loss.

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May 8th 2023, 10:02 PM

contrasts

Relegation beckons for Southampton as Leeds also drop into bottom three

Eddie Howe’s side close in on Champions League while Bournemouth’s win should ensure Premier League survival.

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Apr 30th 2023, 4:20 PM

Explanation

'Of course he wasn't happy' - Southampton boss explains decision to drop Gavin Bazunu

Ireland goalkeeper set to sit out remainder of club’s battle for Premier League survival.

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Apr 28th 2023, 12:05 PM

No Bazunu

Bournemouth take step towards Premier League survival at bottom side Southampton

Gavin Bazunu was dropped for first time this season.

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Apr 27th 2023, 10:10 PM

Dominant

Haaland's astonishing season continues as Man City close gap on Arsenal

The Norway international scored two goals amid a comfortable win over Southampton.

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Apr 8th 2023, 7:32 PM

Looking Back

'Embarrassing and degrading' - Shane Long reveals hurt at losing Ireland number 9 jersey

The striker was not happy with Stephen Kenny’s decision.

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Mar 30th 2023, 5:22 PM

a true underdog story

The Irishman at the heart of an FA Cup fairytale

Gavan Holohan has been key to Grimsby Town’s remarkable journey.

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Mar 19th 2023, 9:00 AM

Stalemate

Casemiro sent off as Man United left frustrated by Southampton

Ireland international Gavin Bazunu impressed for the visitors.

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Mar 12th 2023, 3:55 PM

a true underdog story

Kilkenny midfielder's joy after inspiring FA Cup giantkilling

Gavan Holohan’s two goals were key as Grimsby stunned Southampton.

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Mar 2nd 2023, 12:14 PM

Upset

Irish midfielder Holohan scores twice as Grimsby dump Southampton out of FA Cup

The 1976 winners crashed out against the lowest-ranked side in the competition.

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Mar 1st 2023, 9:46 PM

Wrap

Relegation twist as Everton suffer blow while Leeds and West Ham secure vital wins

Sean Dyche’s 100 per cent home record at Goodison Park ended by Aston Villa.

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Feb 25th 2023, 5:24 PM

Joy

Irish coach sent off as Newcastle reach first cup final this century

Alan Sheehan was given his marching orders as the Magpies overcame Southampton.

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Jan 31st 2023, 10:04 PM

dreams

The Irishman aiming for a Hollywood ending in Wales

Thomas O’Connor will be hoping to inspire Wrexham to another memorable cup upset on Sunday.

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Jan 28th 2023, 10:00 AM

IN the ascendancy

Joelinton the difference as Newcastle close in on cup final

The Magpies edged Southampton in this evening’s first leg.

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Jan 24th 2023, 10:01 PM

Saints March On

Clean sheet for Bazunu as Man City stunned by Southampton in Carabao Cup quarter-finals

Meanwhile Dean Henderson was the hero for Nottingham Forest as they beat Wolves on penalties.

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Jan 11th 2023, 10:33 PM

Big Money

Southampton make Argentine star second most expensive sale in Racing's history

Carlos Alcaraz has joined for €13.65 million.

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Jan 10th 2023, 7:52 PM

Wrap

Rodrigo strike earns Leeds draw, Forest beat Southampton to climb out of relegation zone

Meanwhile, Danny Ings rescued a point for Aston Villa against Wolves.

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Jan 4th 2023, 10:21 PM

Last year

2022

talking point

Difficult spell for Gavin Bazunu but he has the temperament to come through it

The Irish international has had an uncertain start to his career at Southampton.

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Dec 27th 2022, 12:01 AM

Mistake

'We gifted them two goals' - Southampton boss rues Bazunu error as they drop to bottom

The Dubliner gifted former Saints star Adam Lallana a soft opener before Romain Perraud’s calamitous own goal doubled Brighton’s lead.

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Dec 26th 2022, 7:09 PM

Wrap

Ireland U21 international starts in Wolves win, mixed night for Bazunu

Joe Hodge made another appearance for the Premier League side.

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Dec 20th 2022, 10:02 PM

Leaders

Bazunu can't stop rampant Man City as Haaland hits 20 for the season

The Irish international started on a difficult day for Southampton while Newcastle, Chelsea and Brentford also won.

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Oct 8th 2022, 4:56 PM

empathy

Steven Gerrard reveals Prince of Wales sent him message of support

William is preparing for his grandmother’s funeral on Monday.

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Sep 18th 2022, 11:14 AM

Premier League

Jacob Ramsey goal eases pressure on Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard

The midfielder’s first goal of the season lifted Villa to 13th.

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Sep 16th 2022, 10:28 PM

Looking Back

Here's every Irish player that moved abroad during the summer transfer window

It’s been a busy few months of comings and goings.

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Sep 2nd 2022, 6:00 AM

uncertainty

Cristiano Ronaldo dilemma contains echoes of Roy Keane's infamous Old Trafford exit

The Man United star was dropped for last Monday’s match with Liverpool.

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Aug 27th 2022, 8:30 AM

Wrap

Bazunu helps Southampton to first win, Brentford brought back down to earth after Man United thrashing

Meanwhile, Everton earned a late point against Nottingham Forest.

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Aug 20th 2022, 4:53 PM

Farewell

Ireland U21 international Will Ferry leaves Southampton

The youngster has secured a permanent move to League One outfit Cheltenham Town.

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Aug 9th 2022, 6:13 PM

Wrap

Disappointment for Irish duo on debuts for new Premier League clubs

Nathan Collins and Gavin Bazunu couldn’t prevent their sides from losing, while Mark Travers helped Bournemouth to an opening day win.

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Aug 6th 2022, 6:00 PM

When Saturday Comes

'You will see': Hasenhuttl won't be drawn on Bazunu as Southampton number one

Bazunu and Alex McCarthy are both vying to be the Saints’ first-choice keeper.

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Aug 4th 2022, 6:25 PM

Transfer News

Rangers star joins Southampton in €12 million deal

Joe Aribo said he had fulfilled a lifelong ambition to play in the Premier League.

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Jul 9th 2022, 8:40 PM

Pastures new

Southampton sign highly rated German defender for €10 million

Armel Bella-Kotchap joins the English club from VfL Bochum.

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Jun 22nd 2022, 11:46 AM

summer signing

Gavin Bazunu completes move to Southampton

The Ireland goalkeeper has penned a five-year deal with the Saints.

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Jun 17th 2022, 4:23 PM

Star Man

'The more we see of Will, the better he gets... He’s a real talent.'

Jim Crawford praised his midfield talisman after he played a key role in the win over Montenegro.

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Jun 7th 2022, 12:12 PM