Southampton will be welcoming the distraction of the Carabao Cup when they welcome Stoke City to St Mary's as their Premier League woes continue. The Saints sit bottom in the Premier League but a place in the quarter-final could be the moral boost they desperately need to ease the pressure on Russell Martin.
The head coach is now the bookies favourite for the sack in the Premier League following Erik ten Hag's dismissal earlier this week with the south coast club currently winless after nine matches and lost their last four matches.
Their journey in the EFL Cup has been nothing short of dramatic. A high-scoring encounter against Cardiff City saw them emerge victorious with a 5-3 win, setting the stage for an even more nerve-wracking clash against Everton. The match at Goodison Park ended in a penalty shootout, where Southampton held their nerve to advance to the last 16. These victories not only keep their cup dreams alive but also serve as crucial morale boosters for a team in dire need of confidence.
Stoke City, their opponents on Tuesday night at St Mary's, have had their own share of drama in the EFL Cup. Their third-round match against Fleetwood Town was poised for a straightforward conclusion, but the League Two side had other ideas, equalising late to force penalties. The Potters eventually prevailed from the spot, showcasing their resilience and determination.
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