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Southampton are unbeaten in five Premier League matches (W3 D2), winning both of their last two by a 2-0 scoreline. Saints last won three consecutive league fixtures without conceding in January 2016.
Aston Villa’s Philippe Coutinho has been involved in five goals in nine Premier League appearances against Southampton (4 goals, 1 assist). Against no side has the Brazilian either scored or been involved in more goals in the competition.
Southampton have scored in each of their last 10 Premier League matches, with only league leaders Manchester City on a longer current run in the competition (17).
Villa head coach Steven Gerrard has lost three of his last six Premier League home matches (W1 D2). He had only lost three of his first 60 home league contests in charge at Rangers and Villa combined.
Match officials
Referee: Peter Bankes. Assistants: Ian Hussin, Wade Smith. Fourth official: Tim Robinson. VAR: Paul Tierney. Assistant VAR: Lee Betts.
The Scout's FPL tips
- Philippe Coutinho (£7.4m) has two goals, two assists and 24 points in his three home appearances for Villa. He also faces Leeds in DGW28 and his high ownership of 21 per cent means the Brazilian will be a popular captaincy pick.
- Che Adams (£7.0m) has produced returns in each of his last four matches, totalling 27 points thanks to three goals and an assist. When selected this season, he has been involved in a team-leading 56 per cent of Saints’ goals.
