Claude Puel’s Southampton neutralise Liverpool to put Wembley in sight | Ben Fisher

Jan 11, 2017

The Frenchman’s side will defend a one-goal lead going into the EFL Cup second leg after making Liverpool look rather ordinary at St Mary’s

This was the opportune moment for Claude Puel and his Southampton team to make a statement. In the buildup to the match the Frenchman said how his players “had nothing to lose” and it was time for his team to back him up amid growing frustration at his defensive approach and his side’s poor form.

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